Habanero Pepper Growing Tricks and Tips

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If you’re a pepper enthusiast, you probably agree that the habanero pepper (Capsicum chinense) is pretty hot. This chili has a Scoville heat level of up to 350,000, which is much hotter than the jalapeno pepper. While it doesn’t have nearly as much heat as the ghost pepper, the habanero is spicy enough to bring tears to the eyes. But, that doesn’t stop pepper-lovers from growing habanero peppers in the garden. Just like other pepper plants, habaneros are easy to start from seed, and each plant produces 40 or more peppers.
The garden bed is not the only place for growing habanero peppers. These pepper plants grow just as well in a container or raised bed as long as you know how to care for them as they grow. We provide you with tips for sowing seeds indoors, transplanting them outdoors, and other vital information to help you develop the healthiest plants with the best fruit production. Discover easy ways to eliminate and prevent garden pests, avoid common plant diseases, and when to harvest your peppers according to color and size.