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Organic red 'Habanero' hot pepper

Name: Organic red 'Habanero' hot pepper
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Organic Red Habanero Hot Pepper

Latin name Capsicum chinense

Quantity per packet About 10 seeds

This organic pepper produces aromatic fruits highly prized for hot sauces and spicy cooking. Its vigor and productivity make it an excellent choice for passionate pepper growers.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameOrganic Red Habanero Hot Pepper

Latin nameCapsicum chinense

FamilySolanaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packAbout 10 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0086

Product
description

Organic Red Habanero Hot Pepper (Capsicum chinense) is an iconic variety known for its bright red, small lantern-shaped fruits and intense fruity aroma. Highly appreciated by hot pepper lovers, it delivers strong heat with tropical notes that add depth to recipes. The vigorous, productive plant reaches about 60 to 90 cm tall and becomes highly decorative as the fruits ripen against the green foliage. Its discreet whitish flowers appear before an abundant harvest, giving the vegetable garden an exotic and generous look.

This organic variety needs warmth, full sun, and rich, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soil. Starting seeds indoors from February to April helps support its long growing season, especially in Canada. In 15 to 20 L containers, it benefits from warmth around the roots and can be moved during cooler periods. Deep watering when the soil dries slightly at the surface encourages good fruiting without waterlogging the roots. Moderate fertilization supports flowering, plant vigor, and aromatic fruit quality.

Organic Red Habanero Hot Pepper is ideal for culinary vegetable gardens, specialty pepper gardens, and sunny patio containers. Its very hot red fruits are perfect for artisan hot sauces, marinades, fermentation, drying, homemade powders, and exotic dishes. A small amount is usually enough to flavor and spice an entire recipe. Paired with tomato, eggplant, carrot, peas, or onion, it fits well into a productive and diverse garden. Its flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodFebruary to April

Best time

February to April

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

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

Germination time14 to 28 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed. Seeds collected from properly isolated plants generally reproduce this open-pollinated variety reliably.

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. High organic matter promotes vigorous growth and abundant fruit production.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water deeply when the soil begins to dry slightly at the surface. Consistent moisture promotes fruit quality and reduces plant stress.

Fertilization

Incorporate well-aged compost before planting and apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Proper nutrition promotes vigorous growth and highly aromatic fruits.

Care levelModerate

Water regularly to maintain even growth and reliable fruit production. Fertilize moderately throughout the season to support flowering and fruiting. Harvest ripe peppers frequently to encourage continued production. Protect plants from cool temperatures and stake them if harvests become heavy.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

15 to 20 L (4 to 5 gal)

Red Habanero Hot Pepper performs exceptionally well in containers, making it ideal for Canada's growing conditions. Use a large container filled with rich, well-drained growing mix to encourage vigorous growth and abundant fruit production. Place the plant in the warmest, sunniest location available to promote flowering and fruit ripening. Regular watering and balanced fertilization support continuous harvests throughout the season. Container growing also makes it easier to move plants during cooler weather.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its exceptional fruity flavor combined with strong heat makes it one of the world's most popular hot peppers. This productive variety delivers abundant harvests when grown in warm, sunny conditions.

This organic pepper produces aromatic fruits highly prized for hot sauces and spicy cooking. Its vigor and productivity make it an excellent choice for passionate pepper growers.

Garden use

Red Habanero Hot Pepper is ideal for culinary gardens, container plantings, and specialty pepper collections. Its brilliant red fruits provide striking ornamental appeal while producing abundant harvests for artisan hot sauces and spicy recipes. This iconic variety is perfect for gardeners who want to grow one of the world's most famous hot peppers, while its flowers also attract beneficial pollinators.

Bloom period

The plant produces small greenish-white flowers followed by abundant ornamental fruits. The flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.

Flower colorGreenish white

Foliage colorGreen

Harvest

100 days after sowing

Fruiting

Bright red peppers with intense fruity flavor and strong heat.

Wildlife appealPollinators

Size
and facts

Height60 to 90 cm (24 to 35 in.)

Spread40 cm to 50 cm (16 to 20 in)

Growth rateMedium

Minimum temperature12°C (54°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Eggplant, carrot, onion, peas, tomato

Avoid planting with

Bean, fennel

Recipe
and inspiration

Red Habanero peppers are famous for their intense fruity flavor and strong heat, making them one of the world's best-known hot peppers. They are outstanding in artisan hot sauces, marinades, tropical dishes, and fermented recipes. The fruits can also be dried and ground into homemade chili powder for long-term storage. Their distinctive tropical aroma adds remarkable depth to spicy recipes, and only a small amount is needed to season an entire dish.

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Habanero very hot? +

Yes. This variety has the intense heat typical of habaneros while maintaining the fruity tropical flavor that makes them so popular.

Why is Red Habanero so popular? +

It combines strong heat with a complex tropical aroma rarely matched by other peppers. This balance makes it a favorite for artisan hot sauces and exotic cuisine.

Can this variety be grown in containers? +

Yes. It performs exceptionally well in containers when provided with warmth and full sun. Container growing also makes growing conditions easier to manage.

When should I harvest the peppers? +

Harvest once the fruits develop a uniform bright red color and their full aroma. Fully ripe peppers provide the best flavor and quality.

How are the peppers used in cooking? +

They are excellent in hot sauces, marinades, tropical recipes, and fermented preparations. They can also be dried to produce aromatic homemade chili powder.

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.