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Hot pepper 'Tabasco' organic

Name: Hot pepper 'Tabasco' organic
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Organic Tabasco Hot Pepper

Latin name Capsicum frutescens

Quantity per packet About 25 seeds

Tabasco produces abundant aromatic peppers used in cuisines around the world. It is an outstanding choice for gardeners who want to prepare authentic homemade condiments.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameOrganic Tabasco Hot Pepper

Latin nameCapsicum frutescens

FamilySolanaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packAbout 25 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0186

Product
description

Organic Tabasco Hot Pepper (Capsicum frutescens) is an iconic variety known for its small upright fruits that ripen from green to yellow, then bright red at full maturity. Its vigorous habit, reaching about 90 cm tall, adds strong ornamental value to the vegetable garden, especially as colorful fruits appear above the foliage. With strong heat, generally between 30,000 and 50,000 Scoville units, and a sharp, lively flavor, it is especially prized for fermented sauces, marinades, drying, and homemade condiments. Its white flowers attract beneficial pollinators.

Tabasco should be started indoors from February to April, about eight to ten weeks before the last frost, in a light, well-drained seed-starting mix kept between 24 and 30°C. Germination usually takes 7 to 21 days, then young plants benefit from strong light to become sturdy before transplanting. After frost danger has passed, transplant into full sun in fertile, organic-rich, slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soil. Regular watering, organic mulch, and moderate balanced fertilization higher in potassium support fast growth and continuous production.

This pepper fits beautifully into culinary vegetable gardens, specialty gardens, and 15 to 25 L containers placed in a warm, very sunny location. Fruits are ready about 110 days after transplanting and should be harvested bright red for best flavor. They can be used fresh, fermented, dried, or transformed into artisan hot sauces. It pairs well with tomatoes, eggplants, carrots, onions, and peas in diverse edible plantings. Its abundant production makes it ideal for homemade condiment reserves, while its flowers support bees and other pollinators in organic gardens.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodFebruary to April indoors; transplant after frosts

Best time

February to April for indoor sowing

Sowing depth0.5 to 1 cm (1/4 to 3/8 in.)

Germination temperature24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)

Germination time7 to 21 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed. Warm germination conditions with stable temperatures and strong light produce vigorous, productive seedlings.

Growing
method

Peppers require a long growing season and benefit from an early indoor start. Sow seeds eight to ten weeks before the last expected frost in Canada using a light, well-drained seed-starting mix. Maintain temperatures between 24 and 30°C for rapid, even germination and vigorous seedlings. Once seedlings emerge, provide strong light to encourage compact, sturdy plants. Transplant into individual containers after several true leaves develop, then gradually harden off before planting outdoors. Grow plants in a warm location receiving at least six to eight hours of direct sun daily in rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Water regularly while keeping the soil evenly moist, apply mulch to conserve moisture, and fertilize moderately to encourage abundant flowering and continuous fruit production.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun

Soil

Rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Healthy soil structure promotes deep rooting and continuous production throughout the season.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture without waterlogging. Consistent irrigation promotes better fruit quality and reduces drought stress.

Fertilization

Incorporate well-aged compost before planting to improve soil fertility and encourage vigorous growth. Apply a balanced fertilizer moderately enriched with potassium throughout the growing season to improve fruit quality and yields.

Care levelModerate

Remove weeds regularly to reduce competition for nutrients and moisture. Apply organic mulch to conserve soil moisture during warm weather. Water deeply when needed while avoiding excess moisture. Fertilize moderately during flowering and fruiting to support continuous production. Harvest ripe peppers frequently to encourage additional fruiting.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

15 to 25 L (4 to 7 gal)

Tabasco Hot Pepper grows exceptionally well in 15 to 25 L containers placed in a warm, sunny location. Container growing helps maximize heat accumulation and produces abundant harvests even in regions with shorter growing seasons. Use a rich, well-drained growing mix and water regularly while avoiding excess moisture. Balanced fertilization supports continuous production of highly aromatic fruits.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

This variety produces abundant, flavorful peppers that are perfect for homemade fermented hot sauces. Its productivity and outstanding processing quality make it a garden favorite.

Tabasco produces abundant aromatic peppers used in cuisines around the world. It is an outstanding choice for gardeners who want to prepare authentic homemade condiments.

Garden use

Tabasco Hot Pepper is ideal for culinary gardens, specialty pepper collections, and large sunny containers. Its abundant upright fruits provide excellent harvests for homemade sauces, fermentation, drying, and preserves while adding ornamental appeal throughout the season. Its flowers also support beneficial pollinators and contribute to a productive organic garden.

Bloom period

Summer flowering produces numerous small white flowers that attract beneficial pollinating insects. Good pollination promotes abundant, consistent fruit production.

Flower colorWhite

Foliage colorGreen

Harvest

Harvest about 110 days after transplanting once fruits become bright red and fully mature. They may be enjoyed fresh, fermented, dried, or transformed into artisan hot sauces.

Fruiting

Fruits ripen from green to yellow and finally bright red. The different ripening stages allow harvests with varying flavor profiles and heat levels.

Wildlife appealBees and pollinators

Size
and facts

Height90 cm (36 in)

Spread40 cm (16 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature10°C (50°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Eggplant, carrot, onion, peas, tomato

Avoid planting with

Fennel, kohlrabi

Recipe
and inspiration

Tabasco peppers are world-famous for producing fermented hot sauces. The fruits may also be enjoyed fresh, dried, or ground into spicy powders to season a wide variety of dishes. Their bright, lively flavor and pronounced heat make them perfect for marinades, sauces, and spicy recipes. This variety is especially prized by home fermenters and artisan condiment makers.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Tabasco Pepper in Canada? +

Start seeds indoors about eight to ten weeks before the last expected frost. This gives plants enough time to mature and produce generous harvests during the growing season.

Is Tabasco Pepper very hot? +

Yes. Tabasco typically ranges between 30,000 and 50,000 Scoville Heat Units. It is noticeably hotter than many common garden peppers while maintaining a bright, fruity flavor.

Can I make my own Tabasco-style sauce? +

Yes. The fruits are especially suited to fermentation and traditional hot sauce making. Their distinctive flavor has made them famous worldwide.

Why is this variety so famous? +

Tabasco is recognized worldwide as one of the classic peppers used for fermented hot sauces. Its distinctive flavor and outstanding productivity explain its lasting popularity.

When should I harvest the peppers? +

The fruits are generally ready about 110 days after transplanting. They develop their best flavor once they become bright red and fully mature.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.