Hot Chilli Pepper 'Habanero Chocolate', A Detailed Guide to Planting and Growing Fiery Habanero Vegetable Seeds

Add spice and flavor to your garden with Habanero Chocolate Chilli Pepper seeds. Known for their deep brown color and intense heat, this variety produces compact, high-yield plants that are perfect for fresh cooking, sauces, and homegrown spice. Ideal for gardeners seeking a fiery addition to their vegetable garden.

Features:

1. Variety: Habanero Chocolate
2. Growth habit: Compact, upright, and bushy
3. Fruit characteristics: Small, chocolate-brown, very hot peppers
4. Light requirements: Full sun
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
6. Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, and containers

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO seeds
2. Planting Season: Early spring indoors or after last frost outdoors
3. Zones: USDA Zones 9–11 (can grow in cooler zones with indoor start)
4. Planting Depth: 0.25–0.5 inch (6–12 mm)
5. Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 14–21 days
7. Days to Harvest: 90–120 days after sowing
8. Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
9. Temperature: Prefers warm weather, 70–85°F (21–29°C)
10. Watering: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
11. Maintenance: Pinch back to encourage bushy growth; provide support if needed
12. Indoor/Outdoor: Suitable for containers, garden beds, or indoor grow under lights

Planting Guide:

1. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost for optimal germination.
2. Keep soil moist and maintain warm temperatures for faster germination.
3. Transplant seedlings outdoors or into larger containers when fully established and temperatures are warm.
4. Provide full sun exposure and consistent watering.
5. Harvest peppers when fully mature, typically chocolate-brown and firm, 90–120 days after sowing.

Benefits:

1. Produces fiery, flavorful peppers for cooking, sauces, and spice enthusiasts
2. Compact, easy-to-grow plant suitable for small gardens and containers
3. High-yielding variety with consistent fruit production
4. Adds vibrant color and heat to homegrown vegetable harvests