Red Habanero

Description

RED HABANERO (Capsicum chinense)

Transplant | Mid–Late May | Annual

Red habanero peppers are an intensely hot and flavorful variety known for their fiery heat and rich, fruity undertones. The small, lantern-shaped peppers ripen from green to a deep, glossy red, producing abundant clusters throughout the summer.

Even hotter than many orange habaneros, red habaneros deliver a bold, lingering heat balanced by a slightly smoky, tropical sweetness. They are a favorite for hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and adding serious spice to a wide range of dishes.

Highly productive and heat-loving, red habanero plants thrive in warm conditions and reward gardeners with heavy yields and vibrant color.

Growing Details

Spice Level: Very Hot
Scoville Heat Units: 150,000–400,000 SHU
Harvest: Harvest when peppers turn deep red for maximum heat and full flavor
Plant Spacing: 2 ft
Sun: Full sun
Cold Tolerance: Warm-season crop; plant after danger of frost

Garden Companions

Best planted with:
Basil, tomatoes, onions, carrots, oregano

Benefits:
Companion plants attract beneficial insects and support healthy garden growth.

Avoid planting near:
Fennel, which may inhibit pepper growth.

Pro Growing Tips

• Allow peppers to fully ripen for peak heat and flavor
• Handle with care and consider wearing gloves when harvesting
• Excellent for hot sauces, salsas, and drying
• Thrives in consistently warm soil and full sun

Health Highlights

Capsaicin-rich peppers
Red habaneros are high in capsaicin, known for its metabolism-supporting properties.

Vitamin-rich vegetable
Provides vitamins A and C along with beneficial antioxidants.

Antioxidant support
Contains beneficial plant compounds that support overall wellness.

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