Red Jamaican Hot Pepper Seeds For Planting (Capsicum chinense)
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basic information
Jamaican Red Peppers, scientifically known as Capsicum chinense, are a fiery chili variety native to the Caribbean, particularly Jamaica. They deliver intense heat, ranging from 100,000 to 350,000 Scoville Heat Units, and are known for their wrinkled, lantern-shaped fruits that ripen from green to bright red. These peppers offer a distinctive fruity flavor with hints of mango or apple, making them a staple in Jamaican cuisine for dishes like jerk chicken and hot sauces. Their historical spread through the Columbian Exchange has also made them significant in West African culinary traditions.
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
About a 2” 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
