Orange Scotch Bonnet Pepper Seeds For Planting (Capsicum chinense)
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Orange Scotch Bonnet Peppers (Capsicum chinense) are a vibrant, wrinkled variety of chili pepper known for their intense heat, typically ranging from 100,000 to 350,000 Scoville Heat Units. Native to the Caribbean, they offer a fruity, slightly sweet flavor with smoky undertones, making them a staple in Jamaican cuisine, particularly in jerk sauces and salsas. Their bright orange hue adds visual appeal to dishes, while their bold spice delivers a fiery kick.
Seed Count
50 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Organic
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: To germinate pepper seeds, maintain a consistent soil temperature of 75-85°F, using a heat mat if necessary. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged to encourage sprouting. Provide 14-16 hours of bright light daily to support healthy seedling development.
SEED PREP
Soak seeds for 24 hours prior to sowing.
SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1/4” under.
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.
SOIL CONDITIONS
Provide a sterile, rich & fertile mix.
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water daily, but avoid waterlogging.
GERMINATION
Typically germinates in 14 to 28 days.
PLANT HEIGHT
Grows to a height of 24” to 30” tall.
PLANT WIDTH
Spreads about 24” wide.
PLANT SPACING
Space plants 18” to 24” apart.
ROW SPACING
Space rows 18” apart.
CROP SIZE
Around 1.5” to 2” in diameter.
SEASON
Technically a perennial, mainly grown as an annual.
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Capsicum chinense
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Can be stubborn with germinating.
HARVEST
95 to 100 Days
