Pepper Seeds - Hot - Habanero Caribbean Yellow
110-119 Days to maturity (from transplant). Capsicum chinense. Caribbean Yellow Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, deer resistant, hot pepper with extremely hot heat levels. 400,000 to 500,000 Scoville Heat Units. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. The Caribbean Yellow Habanero Pepper is a fiery hot pepper, originating from the Yucatan region of Mexico, now prevalent in the Caribbean and North America. Known for its intense heat of 400,000 to 500,000 Scoville Units, it produces small, vibrant yellow fruits that are about an inch and a half in length. ~6,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Caribbean Yellow Habanero Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
First things first, grab your seed starting trays and get ready to plant the seeds about 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost hits your area. Plant the seeds in either a well-draining soil or in a seed starting mix like Minute Soil Coco Clair. The pH of the soil should be about 6.5. Plant those seeds about 0.25 inches deep into the soil and keep it nicely moist, but don't drown them! A handy trick is to stick your finger into the soil - if it feels dry, give the seeds a drink, but if it's wet, wait for a bit for the soil to dry out. Plant the seeds in this soil in a seed starting tray and keep it in a very warm area, somewhere around 80-90 F. You can use a grow light to keep this area warmer. The seedlings should emerge within 7-10 days. Once the plants are about 6-8 inches tall, you can start the process to harden them off by moving them to a cooler area, around 70 F, to prepare them for being outside! Choose a nice sunny location in your garden or in pots for your plants. Plant them 12-18 inches apart, and space your rows about 2-3 feet apart. Bury the roots completely in the soil. Be sure not to plant hot peppers and sweet peppers close together, as this can lead to cross-pollination!
Taking good care of your plants will ensure that you end up with a great harvest of peppers! Make sure to water them consistently. Sprinkling mulch around the base of the plant can help retain moisture and can also help with suppressing weeds. You can also try adding a fertilizer that is rich in phosphorus and calcium to provide essential nutrients to your peppers. Try companion planting with plants like marigolds and herbs like basil, which can help attract beneficial insects to the garden, as well as deterring pests. Don't forget to give your plants a little support with stakes or trellises to keep them standing tall as they start to grow fruit. Keep an eye out for pests or diseases and make sure to address them immediately if you see signs.
Harvesting Caribbean Yellow Habanero Peppers
These peppers are full size when they’ve grown about 2 inches long. They will be a bright yellow, and they should have a somewhat glossy sheen. They’ll be ripe about 110 days after transplanting, but because this is a hot variety, you can also harvest them before they’re fully ripe. When the peppers are at your preferred ripeness, you can harvest them with garden shears or a knife by cutting off the peppers, leaving a small stem on the pepper. Be sure to be gentle with the plant so you don’t damage the plant and it can keep producing fruit. Because this is a hot variety, make sure you wear gloves and wash your hands immediately after harvest. Also try to avoid leaving them on the plant for too long, because overripe peppers might be a little bit bitter. Store them in a cool and dry place.
About Caribbean Yellow Habanero Pepper Garden Seeds
Habaneros originate from the Yucatan Peninsula, and were then transported to the Caribbean and Cuba, as varieties like these fit in well with spicier and tangier cuisine.
With a Scoville rating of 400,000 and a citrusy, slightly smoky flavor, Caribbean Yellow Habaneros make an excellent hot sauce for people who can take the heat.
Hot chilies, like the Caribbean Yellow Habanero variety, contain a significant amount of vitamin C as well as other vitamins and minerals. The capsaicin in hot peppers also has anti-inflammatory effects on the body, which may be beneficial to those managing chronic pain.
Because these pepper plants can grow up to 30 inches tall, they are not a good fit for hanging baskets, but they grow well in raised beds, garden plots, and greenhouses.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"With Caribbean Yellow Habanero hot peppers, it is extremely important to use caution when cutting them and cooking with them. Caribbean Yellow Habanero peppers have very high levels of capsaicin, which can cause a burning sensation on the skin. Always wash your hands thoroughly after cooking with hot peppers and avoid touching your face and eyes."
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Caribbean Yellow Habanero Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg packet - Approximately 50 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Approximately 1,500 Seeds
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 6,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 24,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 96,000 Seeds
Non-GMO Caribbean Yellow Habanero Pepper seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Capsicum chinense |
| Pepper Type: | Hot - These peppers all have some heat and usually rank at least 100, but usually 500 or more on the Scoville scale and have heat ranging from mild to extremely hot.. |
| Caribbean Yellow Pepper Color: | Yellow |
| Caribbean Yellow Pepper Flavor: | Hot, citrus smoky flavor |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11. |
| Days to Maturity: | 110-119 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 18-30 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.5 pH), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting, similar to tomatoes. Peppers also need sufficient amounts of phosphorus and calcium. We recommend using a balanced fertilizer for the best results. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). During high heat, foliar and flower development slow or pause until temperatures return to the preferred range. |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date. Harden off and transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall. Bury the stem slightly deeper than the root ball. Avoid planting hot and sweet peppers right next to each other, as they can cross-pollinate, potentially affecting the flavors of your harvested peppers. |
| Pepper Pollination: | Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase success rates of fertilization and fruit production. |
| Plant Width: | 18-24 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Scoville Heat Units: | 400,000 to 500,000 |
| Heat Level: | Extremely Hot - Over 300,000 on the Scoville Scale. Example: Some Habaneros, Ghost, Scorpion Butch T, Carolina Reaper. |
| Growth Speed: | Late - Ready for harvest around 91 days or more from transplant. |
| Germination Temperature: | 80-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Peppers are commonly susceptible to cutworms, aphids, flea beetles, bacterial spot, Phytophthora, sunscald, and blossom end rot. To avoid or reduce problems with pests and diseases, stick to a regular watering schedule (drip irrigation is preferred), plant into well-draining soils, and utilize practices such as crop rotation. When taking pest control measures, consider utilizing integrated pest management principles by using mechanical removal, biological control, and other cultural practices before turning to chemical agents. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
| Pepper Use: | Salsas, sauces, drying, pickling |
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