Hot Pepper Yellow Habanero
Il associe une saveur tropicale riche à une chaleur puissante tout en offrant une excellente production. Sa couleur jaune éclatante apporte également une forte valeur décorative.
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Hot pepper 'Yellow Habanero' (Capsicum chinense), Offered by Les Gardiens - Ferme Alternative
The Yellow Habanero is a vibrant and intense variety, prized for its 250,000 SHU of pungent heat and unique citrus flavor . Native to the Amazon region of Peru , it is most associated with Mexican cuisine , where it has been used for over 8,500 years . Its fruity aroma, accompanied by a slightly smoky undertone , makes it a staple ingredient for hot sauces, powders, and spice blends .
This pepper, both powerful and tasty , adds an explosion of flavors to dishes , while providing a nice decorative touch with its bright yellow color when ripe.
Plant Height: Up to 1 meter (3 feet)
Spread: Medium
Quantity per bag: ISOLATED - 12 seeds
Scoville (SHU): 250,000
Companion plants: Tomatoes, basil, coriander
Enemy plants: Fennel, beets
Cultivation method:
- Sowing indoors: Sow seeds in early February , about 12 to 14 weeks before the last frost .
- Germination: It takes 10 to 20 days , but can go up to 6 weeks without soaking . Soak the seeds 12 to 24 hours before sowing to accelerate germination. Ideal temperature: 25 to 30°C .
- Transplanting: When the seedlings have 4 to 6 true leaves , transplant them into larger pots before acclimating them to the outdoors.
- Planting in open ground or in a pot: After the last frost, space the plants 40 to 50 cm apart in rich, well-drained soil. In pots, use a container of at least 7 liters .
- Maintenance: Water regularly without soaking the soil. Fertilize every 2 to 3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Harvest: About 90 to 120 days after sowing , the fruits turn from green to a bright yellow , a sign that they are ready to harvest.
Pot culture: ideal for extending the harvest
The Yellow Habanero is perfectly suited to growing in pots , allowing it to be brought indoors in the fall and thus prolong production. A well-drained pot, exposure to full sun (6 to 8 hours per day) and regular fertilization will guarantee a beautiful production, even on a balcony or terrace .
Use and special features:
With its fruity taste and distinctive potency , the Yellow Habanero is perfect for homemade hot sauces, spicy powders and marinades . Its intense but balanced spiciness brings an exotic touch to dishes and pairs particularly well with tropical dishes, meats and seafood .
?? Handle with care : its pungent oils are very powerful . Wear gloves when handling to avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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