Product Review
Grow a garden filled with Red Habanero plants, from freshly harvested Capsicum chinense pepper seeds. Red Habanero plants will produce small fruits, measuring 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Their size is not relative to their kick however. Red Habanero peppers measure anywhere between 200,000 to 350,000 units on the Scoville heat scale. The outer skin of this variety is waxy with a bright and vibrant red coloring. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 24 to 30 inches tall and about 24 inches wide. They can be grown directly in the garden, or in large pots and containers as well. Categorized as an annual vegetable plant, Red Habanero plants will establish themselves from freshly harvested seeds. They then grow quickly, producing flowers & fruits soon after. The plants will yield their small, waxy fruits through the summer months, later dying at the end of the season. Hot Peppers such as this originate in many Southern locations, such as Mexico, Peru and much of the Caribbean as well. Having said this, they will prefer arid, dry conditions to thrive. Habanero Peppers are a staple in many Mexican dishes, salsa's and hot sauces as well. Habanero's are considered one of the hottest peppers in the world, so you might consider wearing rubber gloves when processing Habanero peppers and do not touch your eyes. If you are sensitive to the heat, make sure to wear a mask over your mouth and nose and protect your eyes.
- Heat Level: Red habaneros are known for their intense heat, often ranking between 100,000 to 350,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making them one of the hotter chili varieties.
- Appearance: These peppers are typically small, about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) in length, and have a distinctive lantern shape. They start off green and turn a vibrant red when mature.
- Flavor Profile: Despite their heat, red habaneros offer a fruity, slightly sweet flavor which can include hints of citrus or tropical fruit, providing a complex taste beyond just spiciness.
- Plant Growth: The plants themselves can grow quite tall, reaching 2 to 3 feet in height, and they thrive in warm, sunny conditions. They are prolific producers if given the right environment.
- Quality: All seeds packaged by Seed Needs are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. All seeds are stored in a temperature controlled facility that is free of significant amounts of moisture.
- Quantity: Seed Needs offers generous quantities. You can share with friends and family, or you can save the extra seeds until the following season, if properly stored.
- Packets: Each seed packet displays an artful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side. They measure 3.5" wide by 5" tall.
- Promise: Seed Needs will never knowingly supply GMO based seed products. The vast majority of our seeds are open pollinated & heirloom, with the exception of a few hybrids.
- Germination: Seed Needs packets contain some of the freshest seed available. Direct from the growers. If sown correctly, you will begin seeing results in only a matter of days.
- Freshness: All seeds are packaged in tear resistant and moisture resistant packaging. This keeps the seeds a whole lot fresher than the competitions selection!
