Habanero Red
Code: SEEDS-73
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Habanero Red Chilli Seeds – 10 Seeds

Species: Capsicum chinense

Description

Habanero Red is a classic and iconic chinense chilli variety renowned for its distinctive lantern‑shaped pods, vibrant red colour, and intense, fruity heat. This traditional Caribbean/Latin American chilli delivers a strong, lingering burn with rich tropical and citrus undertones, making it a favourite for hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and spicy cooking.

Heat levels are very hot, typically estimated at 150,000–325,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) — delivering a powerful, long‑lasting warm that builds on the palate without overwhelming the complex flavour beneath.

Plants are vigorous, bushy, and highly productive when grown in warm, protected conditions such as greenhouse or polytunnel environments, or in long, warm outdoor seasons.

Phenotype

  • Plant habit: Bushy, medium‑to‑large

  • Foliage: Green

  • Pod shape: Lantern‑shaped, slightly wrinkled

  • Pod size: Approx. 3–5 cm

  • Colour progression: Green → bright red

  • Productivity: Heavy, clustered pods

  • Notable traits: Fruity, citrusy flavour with very high heat; classic chinense appearance

Key Features

  • Traditional Capsicum chinense variety

  • Bright red, lantern‑shaped pods

  • Estimated heat: 150,000–325,000 SHU

  • Fruity, citrusy flavour with rich aroma

  • Heavy cropping and ornamental plants

  • Pack contains 10 seeds

Culinary Uses

  • Hot sauces and pastes

  • Salsas and marinades

  • Cooking and stews

  • Drying and grinding into flakes or powders

Growing Notes

  • Requires warmth for germination and growth

  • Best grown in greenhouse, polytunnel, or long UK summer conditions

  • Performs well in containers or garden beds

  • Recommended for intermediate and experienced growers

Warning:
Very hot chilli — gloves and eye protection recommended when handling.

Habanero Red Chilli Seeds – 10 Seeds

Species: Capsicum chinense

Description

Habanero Red is a classic and iconic chinense chilli variety renowned for its distinctive lantern‑shaped pods, vibrant red colour, and intense, fruity heat. This traditional Caribbean/Latin American chilli delivers a strong, lingering burn with rich tropical and citrus undertones, making it a favourite for hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and spicy cooking.

Heat levels are very hot, typically estimated at 150,000–325,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) — delivering a powerful, long‑lasting warm that builds on the palate without overwhelming the complex flavour beneath.

Plants are vigorous, bushy, and highly productive when grown in warm, protected conditions such as greenhouse or polytunnel environments, or in long, warm outdoor seasons.

Phenotype

  • Plant habit: Bushy, medium‑to‑large

  • Foliage: Green

  • Pod shape: Lantern‑shaped, slightly wrinkled

  • Pod size: Approx. 3–5 cm

  • Colour progression: Green → bright red

  • Productivity: Heavy, clustered pods

  • Notable traits: Fruity, citrusy flavour with very high heat; classic chinense appearance

Key Features

  • Traditional Capsicum chinense variety

  • Bright red, lantern‑shaped pods

  • Estimated heat: 150,000–325,000 SHU

  • Fruity, citrusy flavour with rich aroma

  • Heavy cropping and ornamental plants

  • Pack contains 10 seeds

Culinary Uses

  • Hot sauces and pastes

  • Salsas and marinades

  • Cooking and stews

  • Drying and grinding into flakes or powders

Growing Notes

  • Requires warmth for germination and growth

  • Best grown in greenhouse, polytunnel, or long UK summer conditions

  • Performs well in containers or garden beds

  • Recommended for intermediate and experienced growers

Warning:
Very hot chilli — gloves and eye protection recommended when handling.

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