{"product_id":"piment-fort-scotch-bonnet-freeport","title":"'Scotch Bonnet Freeport' hot pepper ","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eThe Freeport Orange Scotch Bonnet chili pepper is a highly productive variety originating from Freeport, Bahamas. Known for its intense tropical aroma and pronounced heat, it is one of the iconic chili peppers of Caribbean cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e The fruits take on the typical Scotch Bonnet shape, resembling a small, flattened cap. They ripen from green to a vibrant orange. Their aromatic flesh develops a fruity and sweet flavor with notes reminiscent of mango, apricot, and sometimes floral hints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e This chili pepper offers a high heat comparable to that of a habanero, while maintaining a rich aromatic profile that makes it perfect for sauces and marinades. Highly productive, the plant can reach a good size and produce an abundance of fruit throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e Plant height: 90 to 120 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e Spread: 60 to 80 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003e Quantity per packet: approximately 10 seeds \u003cbr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eScoville (SHU): 100,000 to 350,000 SHU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e Basil\u003cbr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e Carrots\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e Onions\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e Parsley\u003cbr data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e Tomatoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e Fennel\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e Kohlrabi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e Sowing: Start sowing indoors 10 to 12 weeks before the last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e Germination: 10 to 21 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e Germination temperature: 25 to 30 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e Transplanting: transplant when the plants are well developed and all risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e Location: full sun and warm location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003e Soil type: rich, fertile and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003e Watering: Water regularly to maintain constant soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e Fertilization: fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during growth and then favor a fertilizer richer in potassium during fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e Days before harvest: approximately 90 to 100 days after transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eColour at maturity: bright orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e Uses: hot sauces, marinades, Caribbean cuisine, jerk chicken and seafood dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003epot culture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e The Freeport Orange Scotch Bonnet grows very well in pots with a container of at least 15 to 20 liters. Place the plant in a very sunny and warm location. Regular fertilization and consistent watering will encourage abundant production. Growing in a pot also allows you to move the plant to maximize heat and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003eUses and specific features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003e This chili pepper is particularly prized for making homemade hot sauces and Caribbean marinades. Its intense fruity flavor pairs perfectly with jerk chicken, fish, and seafood. It can also be fermented, made into sauces, or dehydrated to produce highly aromatic powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"3059\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003e ⚠️ Warning: This chili pepper is very hot. Wear gloves when handling and avoid contact with eyes or sensitive skin. 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