Pepper Habanero Orange Seed
Best choice for adventurous home cooks seeking intense, homegrown heat.
Ignite your culinary creations with the Habanero Orange Pepper Seed from Harris Seeds. This annual vegetable variety, open-pollinated and maturing in about 90 days, promises prolific plants. Its thin-fleshed, wrinkled fruits ripen to a vibrant golden orange, delivering intense heat perfect for fresh use or drying. Handle with care due to its potent spice. Best sown in spring for full sun locations, these seeds offer a late-maturing harvest for the adventurous cook.
$3.67
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4.6
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Price vs Category Average
-65%
Below average
Soil Temperature
8085
/ -°F
Who it's for
- Hot sauce makers seeking intense tropical flavor and heat
- Gardeners wanting high-yield plants with vibrant ornamental appeal
- Serious growers prioritizing reliable germination and seed quality
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with short or cool growing seasons
- Casual gardeners uncomfortable with handling high-heat produce
- Cooks looking for mild peppers for everyday fresh consumption
Performance breakdown
Heat Intensity
Delivers the signature, aggressive spice expected from a classic habanero.
Yield Potential
Prolific plant habit ensures a heavy harvest for dedicated home growers.
Germination Reliability
Standard open-pollinated genetics provide consistent results with proper soil warmth.
Culinary Versatility
Ideal for fresh salsas or drying into potent, flavorful spice powders.
Growth Difficulty
Requires patience and precise temperature management for successful late-season maturity.
Visual Appeal
Striking golden-orange fruits add vibrant color to any vegetable garden.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
80-85°F
Germination Lighting
Cover Seed
Germination Days
10-20 Days
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5"
Maturation Days
90 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Spacing in Row
12-24"
Spacing Between Rows
2-3'
Features
- Intense, pungent heat for bold flavor
- Productive plants yield abundant harvests
- Fruits mature to a striking golden orange
- Versatile for fresh or dried culinary use
- Raw, untreated seed for natural growth
- Late-maturing variety for extended harvest
- Compact fruit size for easy handling
What customers say
Customer satisfaction with the Pepper Habanero Orange Seed centers on exceptional quality and reliable performance. Reviewers consistently praise the high germination rate, noting quick and dependable sprouting. Established plants are described as robust, leading to substantial harvests. The peppers are celebrated for being true to type, featuring a vibrant orange color, intense heat, and fruity flavor that satisfies enthusiasts. While the quality is top tier, growers in cooler regions should anticipate a longer maturity time, requiring an early start indoors. Overall, the superior yield potential and authentic results confirm these seeds offer outstanding value for dedicated pepper cultivation.
Know before you buy
These peppers are a late-maturing variety that typically takes about 90 days to reach full maturity after transplanting.
These are raw, untreated seeds. They are open-pollinated and intended for natural growth.
For the best results, maintain a soil temperature between 80-85°F. Cover the seeds lightly at a depth of 0.25 to 0.5 inches, and expect germination to occur within 10 to 20 days.
Space your plants 12 to 24 inches apart within the row, with 2 to 3 feet between rows to ensure proper airflow and growth.
Yes, their compact fruit size makes them manageable, but ensure the container is placed in a location that receives full sun and can maintain the necessary warmth for the plant to thrive.
Absolutely. Their thin-fleshed, wrinkled fruits are excellent for drying, which is a popular way to preserve their intense heat for later culinary use.
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