Red Scotch Bonnet Pepper Seeds – 20 Seeds, Capsicum chinense Spicy Caribbean Chili

Red Scotch Bonnet Pepper is a fiery Caribbean chili known for its distinctive lantern-like shape and intense heat. As a variety of Capsicum chinense, it brings bold flavor and vibrant color to gardens and kitchens. The wrinkled, bright red pods mature from green and are a staple in Caribbean cuisine, perfect for making hot sauces, marinades, and spicy dishes. These pepper seeds are ideal for gardeners looking to grow their own supply of this famously hot chili.

Whether you're an experienced pepper grower or a spicy food enthusiast, Red Scotch Bonnet peppers are a rewarding addition to the garden. They thrive in warm conditions and can be grown in containers or garden beds, making them suitable for a range of growing spaces.

Plant Features

• Produces wrinkled, lantern-shaped peppers that turn from green to bright red at maturity
• Known for intense heat and fruity, aromatic flavor typical of Caribbean peppers
• Belongs to the Capsicum chinense species, which includes some of the world's hottest peppers
• Compact to medium-sized plants that perform well in containers or garden beds
• Adds vibrant color and bold character to vegetable gardens and edible landscapes

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum chinense
• Plant Type: Annual (perennial in tropical climates)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 2-4 feet
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start Red Scotch Bonnet seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix and keep the soil consistently warm (80-85°F) and moist for best germination. Once seedlings have developed several true leaves and all danger of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant outdoors in full sun, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart.

Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, but avoid overwatering. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly every few weeks during the growing season. Peppers can be harvested when fully colored and firm. Handle hot peppers with care, as the oils can irritate skin and eyes.

What's Included

20 Red Scotch Bonnet Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense).