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Habanero Hot Pepper Plant

8.95
  • - Spacing: 16 inches
  • - Days to Harvest: 90
  • - Scores 100,000-350,000 Scoville heating units
  • - Each 3-Inch Pot contains 1 Habanero Hot Pepper Plant
Plant Features

Habanero Hot Pepper Plants produce 2-inch, wrinkled, lantern-shaped peppers that are said to be 100 times hotter than Jalapeno! The fruits turn from green to orange as they ripen, and can be used when fresh, or dried. They may be harvested at different stages - with caution, we recommend wearing gloves when handling Habanero peppers. It has been an heirloom favorite for generations!

Our Habanero Hot Pepper Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Transplant when soil temperatures reaches 60°F

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
  • - Add compost or aged manure (in the fall before planting)

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water consistently
  • - Avoid overwatering, which can lead to blossom end rot

Fertilizer Type:

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch off early blossoms to encourage stronger plant growth

Pollination:

  • - Self-pollinating, but benefit from insect and wind or mechanical movement

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for aphids, flea beetles, and cutworms
  • - Monitor for signs of bacterial spot or other diseases

Harvesting Indicators:

  • - Harvest when peppers reach desired size and color
  • - Cut rather than pull to avoid damaging the plant

Storage:

  • - Store unwashed peppers in the refrigerator for up to a week
  • - Can be frozen for longer storage

Companion Plants:

  • - Basil: Improves flavor and repels pests
  • - Onions: Deter pests
  • - Carrots: Loosen soil for pepper roots
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest When the fruits have a glossy orange color
Production Time Multiply Pickings
Habit Upright
Foliage Color Green
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden
Plant Used for Food Production
Plant Type Open-Pollinated

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All in good condition.

All arrived in good condition.

From anonymous | September 16, 2023


Spicy and Exceptional

I purchased Habanero Hot Pepper plants, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. First and foremost, the packaging was exceptional. The plants arrived in perfect condition, thanks to the careful packaging, ensuring that they were well-protected during transit. Once I started caring for these plants, I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly they began to thrive. Within a short span of time, they grew vigorously and appeared to be exceptionally healthy. This not only speaks to the quality of the plants but also to the care taken in nurturing them before they were shipped to me. The Habanero Hot Pepper plants have been a fantastic addition to my garden, providing a vibrant and flavorful addition to my culinary adventures. They've produced an abundance of fiery, delicious peppers that have added a punch of heat to my dishes. Overall, I can confidently recommend the Habanero Hot Pepper plants to any gardening enthusiast or food lover. The exceptional packaging, fast growth, and healthy plants make this purchase well worth it. These plants have truly exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to enjoying their spicy harvest for many moons.

From christopher | September 14, 2023


Habaneros

Ordered 4 of these due to my seedlings and plants that I bought from a local greenhouse are stunted and not likely to produce. They are beautiful and I swear have doubled in size since they arrived 2 days ago.

From Jessica | July 28, 2023


Habanaro Pepper

Plants arrived in great shape. Doing well!

From JUDY | May 29, 2023


Hotter than Hades!

This habanero was a little slow—planted in mid-April and just had its first pepper at the beginning of August—but man, it’s worth it! It has produced about 20 peppers so far and they have a great flavor. No kidding, they are HOT! Wear gloves to handle and chop.

From Maya | August 04, 2022


100% Satisfied

I'm very happy with my GrowJoy Habanero peppers. The arrived on time, well packaged and the plants were very healthy. I will definitely come back next year!

From David | June 05, 2022


healthy plant

plant was packaged so they look like they were just picked. looked like i just picked it up from a local store.

From william | April 30, 2022


Great Plants

My plants arrived beautiful and healthy. They were packaged excellently. I have no complaints!

From anonymous | June 09, 2021


Pepper plant

I ordered 11 vegetable plants and was very impressed when they arrived. All were so healthy and we'll packaged! So far they are thriving and am extremely happy with this company (this is first time ordering) Thank you GrowJoy!

From Helen | May 08, 2020


Hot peppers 🌶

Great plants , packing was excellent.

From anonymous | March 12, 2020


Pepper s

Great quality I will be buying more

From curtis | April 19, 2019


Habanero

I really love this company, its the only place I go now good people!

From Linda | June 29, 2018


Impressed!

I was initially impressed to see how these plants came shipped. I waited to write a review until after I transplanted the Habanero Hot Pepper plants, and they started to fruit. I'm amazed by the results! I will be purchasing all of my plants from GrowJoy from now on.

From Nicholas | July 18, 2017


Curious

Habanero Hot Pepper. Never planted this one. Arrived in great condition - i hope it is HOT!

From Robin | May 26, 2017


Pepper Plants

Habanero pepper plants very healthy and a good size

From William | May 20, 2016


Habanero Hot Pepper Plants

For the first time I ordered all of my pepper plants instead of buying local.The reason is, because nobody here had the "Ghost" pepper plants and they did, so I bought them all from them. Nice people, all plants came in excellent shape just as if I had gotten them from them that day. I wish I could remember the lady's name that took my order and helped me out because she was so nice. Thanks again.

From Ron | April 15, 2016


Habanero Hot Pepper Plant

Last year there was a mix up in my order and I accidently got this pepper plant. I added it to my salsa and very much liked the different flavor it added so will use it from now on.

From Laura | June 17, 2015


Habanero Peppers

Always perfect hot pepper plants delivered, thanks!

From anonymous | May 29, 2015


Great plants

Love the Habanero Pepper plants from your nursery They are shipped quickly and packaged perfectly

From anonymous | July 09, 2014


Impressive Shipping

Very impressed with the shipping and handling of my Habanero plants.

From Barbara | April 24, 2014


Habanero Hot Pepper Plant

Great plant

From Mildred | April 09, 2014


Habanero Pepper Plants

received my hot pepper plants and they look big and healthy. I will order more again.

From laquita | March 29, 2014


Hot Pepper order

Habanero plants arrived in good condition.

From Debbie | March 27, 2014


Habanero Hot Pepper

Plants where in great shape when I got them and started producing right away. Should have my first peppers in a few weeks

From brandon | July 25, 2013


Habanero Pepper

My first year of ordering pepper plants from GrowJoy. I am very pleased and will be ordering more next spring

From Cody | June 26, 2013


great quality pepper plants

Will definitely shop again thanks

From griffin | August 08, 2012


awesome Habanero plants

Excellent price and fast shipping!!

From griffin | August 08, 2012


Habanero Hot Pepper Plant

These plants shipped fast and looks great!

From veronica | August 02, 2012


Great Pepper Plant

Great product, arrived in great condition thanks ;)

From griffin | July 26, 2012


great peppers plants

Great Habanero pepper plants. Good packing. Thank you!

From Ignacio M | July 24, 2012


good buy

shipping was quick, well packaged, habanero plants came alive, and are growing great

From anonymous | July 07, 2012


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