Habanero Red X-Hot - Green to Red

Short Summary for Habanero Red

Habanero Red is a very hot Habanero-type pepper with excellent flavour and a pungency of approximately 150,000–300,000 SHU. The bushy, low-growing plants produce attractive, glossy, slightly wrinkled fruits that mature from light green to bright red.  Fruits are approximately 3.5 × 3.5 cm and are ideal for open-field production.  Best harvested when fully red for maximum maturity and flavour.

Planting Instructions for Habanero Red

General Sowing Time:
Sow seeds in spring to early summer, once temperatures are consistently warm.

Position:
Full sun (6–8 hours daily). Choose a warm, sheltered position.

Suitable Space:
Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, containers, and open-field production.

Sow Depth:
Plant seeds approximately 0.5–1 cm deep and cover lightly with soil.

Spacing:
Space plants 45–60 cm apart with rows approximately 60–90 cm apart.

Height:
Produces a low, bushy plant with large leaves and does not normally require trellising.

Fruit Size:
Fruits are approximately 3.5 × 3.5 cm, with the typical slightly wrinkled Habanero shape.

Germination:
Seeds usually germinate within 7–14 days under warm, moist conditions.

Days to Harvest:
Approximately 85–90 days from planting to first harvest, depending on growing conditions and season.

Temperature:
Thrives in warm conditions, ideally around 21°C–30°C.

Watering:
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce excessive watering as fruits begin to mature.

Fertilizing:
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during early growth, followed by a fertilizer higher in potassium during flowering and fruit development.

Pests/Diseases:
Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, thrips, spider mites, and fungal problems. Maintain good airflow and avoid overwatering.

Pungency:
Approximately 150,000–300,000 SHU, depending on the production system and growing conditions.

Harvesting:
Harvest when fruits have developed their bright red mature colour. Use gloves when handling ripe Habanero peppers.

In summary:
Habanero Red is an extremely hot and flavourful pepper producing attractive glossy red fruits on compact, bushy plants. With its 150,000–300,000 SHU pungency and excellent flavour, it is an excellent choice for gardeners who enjoy very hot peppers.