Pepper, Hot: Habanero- Yellow

With the typical citrusy-smoky flavor of orange habaneros and twice the heat, these fireballs are a perfect addition to a pot of soup or chili, and they make killer hot sauce. The Yellow Habanero originated in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, but it is now commonly grown in the Caribbean and North America as well. It even grows nicely in northern climates, in summer gardens, or in large pots. One of the hottest versions of the habanero.

Non-GMO
USES- Fresh, drying
FLAVOR- Citrus, smokey
SCOVILLE HU- 450,000 - 650,000
VEG. COLOR- Yellow
VEG. SIZE- Medium
SEED DEPTH- 1/4"
PLANT SPACING- 12"-18"
PLANT SIZE- Medium
FROST HARDY- No
USDA ZONES- 4-11
HRS. SUNLIGHT- 8+
DAYS TO HARVEST- 90
GENUS- Capsicum chinense
LINEAGE- Heirloom
SEED COUNT- 10
GERMINATION RATE- 78% 10/23
(item #: HP-223)

Super hot peppers take longer and have a lower germination rate than other peppers. Heat does speed sprouting, but it can still take up to 30 days. We have found that soaking the seeds in hydrogen peroxide for a few hours prior to planting can help with germination rates. 

Please note that these peppers are extremely hot and should be handled with care. We highly recommend that you wear gloves when touching the seeds or fruit.

The habanero comes from the Amazonas region, and from there, it was spread through Mexico. One domesticated habanero, which was dated 8,500 years old, was found at an archaeological dig in Peru. The Yucatán Peninsula is the biggest producer of habaneros these days, but it’s grown in many South American and Central American countries, as well as the southwestern United States.