Chilli Pepper Habanero Orange Seed

Chilli Pepper Habanero Orange Seed - Irish Plants Direct

 

A fiery and exotic chilli pepper variety producing lantern shaped fruits with bright orange skin and intense heat.

 

Habanero Orange this type is valued for its distinctive fruity flavour combined with extreme pungency.

 

Unlike milder cayenne or jalapeño types Habanero Orange delivers exceptional heat making it one of the most popular chillies for adventurous cooking and hot sauces.

 

Its reliable cropping and striking colour make it a favourite for home gardens and allotments.

 

Seed Qty Approx 10 seeds

 

Sow February to April indoors in pots or trays. Germination 7 to 14 days at 20–25°C. Soil and Position Warm fertile well drained soil; prefers full sun and sheltered sites. Height 60–90 cm with branching stems and lantern shaped fruits. Harvesting July to October; pick fruits when green for milder flavour or allow to ripen to orange for full heat.

 

Sowing instructions

Sow seeds thinly in pots or trays filled with seed compost. Cover lightly and place in a warm bright position. Transplant seedlings into individual pots once large enough to handle. Harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost. Space plants 45 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart.

 

Grow and maintenance

Grow in fertile soil with regular watering to encourage strong growth. Provide support for plants as fruits develop. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser during the growing season. Habanero Orange thrives in warm sunny conditions and benefits from protection in cooler climates.

 

Uses and benefits

Perfect for adding intense heat to salsas sauces and marinades or drying for chilli flakes. Habanero Orange produces lantern shaped fruits with fruity flavour and extreme pungency. Highly suitable for home gardens and allotments. Nutritious and rich in antioxidants chilli peppers are a staple of spicy cooking.

 

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