Chilli Pepper Scotch Bonnet Red Seeds

Chilli Pepper Scotch Bonnet Red Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A classic Caribbean favourite, Capsicum chinense ‘Scotch Bonnet Red’ produces small bonnet shaped fruits with intense heat and a distinctive fruity aroma.

 

This iconic variety is prized for its fiery flavour, rich tropical notes and essential use in Caribbean cooking, hot sauces and marinades.

 

Plants are vigorous and branching, forming compact bushes that produce heavy crops of wrinkled red fruits throughout late summer. The chillies ripen from green to bright glossy red and deliver a powerful heat level typical of the Scotch Bonnet type.

 

Best grown in a greenhouse, polytunnel or warm sheltered patio for maximum yield and flavour.

 

A superb choice for gardeners seeking authentic Caribbean heat and exceptional culinary character.

 

Scoville rating between 100,000 - 350,000

 

Seed Qty Approx 10 seeds

 

Sow January to April indoors

Germination 10 to 21 days at 20 to 28°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height and Spread 50 to 70 cm tall, 40 to 50 cm spread

Harvest August to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist well drained compost and lightly cover with a fine layer of vermiculite or compost. Maintain a temperature of 20 to 28°C in a propagator or warm bright location. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough to handle. Grow on in warm conditions and plant out after the last frost.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly and feed every two weeks with a high potash fertiliser once flowering begins. Provide warmth and shelter for best fruiting. Support branches if heavily laden with fruit. Harvest regularly to encourage continuous production.

 

Uses and Benefits

Authentic Caribbean Scotch Bonnet heat

Fruity aromatic flavour ideal for sauces

Compact productive plants

Bright glossy red bonnet shaped fruits

Perfect for hot sauces marinades and spicy dishes.

 

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