Chilli Habanero

Capsicum chinensis 'Habanero'

A medium sized plant from the Yucatan peninsula but is widely grown around the world. Named after the Cuban city of La Havana.

Growing Tips: Plant in a protected spot out of fierce sunlight and wind in a well drained but moist soil. May need some support when it ages.

Position: Part to Full Sun

Height: 60cm Width: 60cm

Lifespan: Perennial

Use: Chillis form an integral part of many Asian and Latin American dishes along with some European, African and North American. Indeed over time most cuisines have added this fiery little fruit into their recipes. There are many forms that very in color, shape, flavour and of course heat. This is an old world variety that has plenty of heat and is best used in salsa and tropical seafood dishes. It has a tropical citrus flavour.

Harvest: Approximately 8-12 weeks

Heat rating out of 10: 10