This is a pepper that even the biggest fans of spicy might have trouble with. Its colorful veggies may be a pretty sight but be cautious when deciding to spice up your dinner with them.
Habanero Chili Care
Capsicum annuuum 'Habanero'
What is the plant
Habanero Chili is a cultivar of the Capsicum annuum, which is the most cultivated pepper in the world. It is considered to be the hottest of hot peppers, with peppers that are 10 to 20 times hotter than the well-known jalapeño pepper.
This vegetable likes to have plants like cucumbers and eggplants as a company when growing outdoors. It blooms in the summer, and the pepper’s color ranges between red, orange, yellow, and white. It is commonly used as one of the main ingredients in hot sauces due to its characteristic hot and citrusy flavor.
humidity
Normal
lighting
Full Sun
temperature
21°C - 26°C
hardiness zone
9 - 11
difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Habanero Chili needs to be well-watered, so keep the soil moist and water freely in dry weather. Make sure to water the root area and avoid watering the foliage, as moist leaves tend to lead to disease and mold. Water when the first 2-4 inches (5-10cm) of soil dry.
Pruning
Prune to maintain its size and to encourage larger and healthier fruits. This plant grows on average between 24-30inches (61-76cm) and is a vining plant, so vines will need to be removed to keep it under control.
Fertilizer
When fertilizing, use a granulated vegetable fertilizer or an all-purpose feed.
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Sunlight
Habanero Chili requires plenty of sunlight, so keep it in full sun.
Soil
Well-drained soil, with organic matter for a nutrient-rich substrate, is the ideal choice.
Propagation
It propagates through seeds.
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Temperature
Since it is not resistant to frost, Habanero Chili should only be planted when that threat has passed. Its preferred temperatures range between 40° to 50°F (4° to 10°C).
Container
It is more suited for gardens than singular pots as it grows slower, but when choosing a container, make sure your pot is deeper than 12-16 inches (30-40 cm) to plant it properly. To provide support and prevent excessive foliage, a trellis or other structure is a great idea to help it grow vertically.
Fun fact
Due to its incredible spiciness, the Habanero Chili needs to be handled with caution; as it’s so hot, it can cause burns to the skin and eyes.
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Additional
When you plant the pepper cut holes in black plastic mulch to fit around the plant. This will help keep competing weeds away while keeping the soil around the plant warm.
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