Pepper Seeds - Habanero

Habanero pepper plants are warm-season annuals with an upright, branching growth habit and compact structure. They are well adapted to warm and tropical climates and require consistent heat and sunlight for steady development throughout the frost-free growing season. Plants grown from seed establish reliably in fertile, well-drained soil and benefit from regular watering to maintain even moisture. This variety is suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting where proper spacing supports airflow and balanced plant growth.

Features

• Upright, branching annual growth habit

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting

• Adapted to warm and tropical climates

• Performs well during the frost-free growing season

• Suitable for seasonal vegetable garden cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific name: Capsicum chinense

• Common name (US): Pepper

• Seed type / variety: Habanero pepper

• Growth habit: Upright, branching annual

• USDA hardiness zones: 4 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing season:

  • Zones 4 to 6: March to April (indoors), May to June (outdoors)

  • Zones 7 to 9: February to March (indoors), April to May (outdoors)

  • Zones 10 to 11: January to February (outdoors)

• Germination time and conditions: 10 to 21 days; warm soil temperatures and consistent moisture required

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate organic matter

• Watering needs: Regular watering; maintain evenly moist soil

• Mature plant size: 24 to 36 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 18 to 24 inches apar