Capsicum chinense

The fruity superhots — habanero, Scotch bonnet and the world's hottest chillies, all Capsicum chinense.
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  • Habanero Pepper Mixture seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Habanero Pepper Mixture (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Mixture
    €4,95

    Habanero pepper mix for bold kitchen heat habanero pepper seeds are a vibrant choice for gardeners who enjoy growing intensely pungent peppers with a distinctive aroma. This habanero pepper mix seeds selection brings variety to...
  • Bhut Jolokia Pepper Red seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Bhut Jolokia Pepper Red (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Bhut Jolokia Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Red Variety
    €6,95

    Bhut Jolokia pepper seeds for intense heat bhut jolokia pepper seeds are a striking annual vegetable variety valued by chili enthusiasts for their extreme pungency and bold character. This red-fruiting type belongs to Capsicum chinense...
  • Habanero Pepper Orange seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Habanero Pepper Orange (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Orange Variety
    €4,95

    Orange habanero peppers for bold kitchen flavor habanero pepper seeds produce a striking orange-fruited chili type valued for its distinctive aroma and intense heat. This is a fruiting vegetable variety suited to gardeners who enjoy...
  • Pepper Biquinho seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Pepper Biquinho (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Pepper Biquinho Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €4,95

    Sweet teardrop peppers for kitchen and pots pepper biquinho seeds are a distinctive sweet pepper variety seeds selection valued for its bright red, teardrop shaped red pepper fruits that taper to a neat point. This...
  • Pepper Habanero Orange seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Pepper Habanero Orange (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
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    Pepper Habanero Orange Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €3,96€4,95

    Orange habanero pepper seeds for bold heat pepper habanero orange seeds are a striking choice for gardeners who enjoy growing a spicy pepper variety with vivid orange fruits. This annual pepper plant is valued for...
  • Carolina Reaper Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – vegetable Carolina Reaper Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Carolina Reaper Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Vegetable Variety
    €6,95

    Carolina Reaper pepper seeds for intense heat carolina reaper pepper seeds are a vegetable variety prized by chilli enthusiasts for their extremely fiery character and distinctive fruity aroma. This type belongs to the Capsicum chinense...
  • Pepper Biquinho seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Pepper Biquinho (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Pepper Biquinho Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Vegetable
    €4,95

    Sweet, teardrop peppers for sunny patios pepper biquinho seeds are a distinctive sweet pepper variety grown as an annual vegetable, valued for its decorative fruit shape and kitchen-friendly flavour. This biquinho pepper plant produces bright...
  • Madame Jeanette Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Madame Jeanette Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Madame Jeanette Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €4,95

    Madame Jeanette pepper seeds for bold flavor madame jeanette pepper seeds produce an iconic annual chili pepper variety celebrated for its distinctive tropical aroma and pronounced heat. This specialty pepper forms smooth, yellow, pear-shaped pods,...
  • Habanero Pink Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Habanero Pink Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pink Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €5,95

    Rare salmon pink chili for sunny gardens habanero pink pepper seeds are a distinctive choice for growers looking for an unusual colour in a specialty pepper collection. This annual chili pepper produces wrinkled pepper pods...
  • Scotch Bonnet Pepper Red seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable
    Scotch Bonnet Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Red
    €4,95

    Scotch Bonnet Red pepper for bold flavor scotch bonnet pepper seeds are a specialty vegetable choice for gardeners who want a classic Caribbean-style chili with a distinctive, ribbed “bonnet” shape and a vibrant red finish...
  • Dorset Naga Black Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Dorset Naga Black Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Dorset Naga Black Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual
    €5,95

    Rare dark-fruited chili for greenhouse growing dorset naga black pepper seeds are a specialty vegetable choice for growers seeking an exotic chili pepper cultivar with dramatic colour and foliage. This annual pepper belongs to Capsicum...
  • Dorset Pink Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable Dorset Pink Pepper (Capsicum chinense) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice
    Dorset Pink Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Annual Vegetable Variety
    €5,95

    Distinctive colour and flavour for home gardens dorset pink pepper seeds produce a striking annual chili variety valued for its smooth, pink-red ripening fruits and bold, fruity flavour with a lightly floral note. This specialty...
  • Habanero Pepper Terracotta Pot seeds (Capsicum chinense) – grow kit Habanero Pepper Terracotta Pot (Capsicum chinense) – grow kit seeds from SeedsChoice
    Habanero Pepper Seeds Capsicum Chinense Terracotta Pot Grow Kit
    €4,95

    Habanero pepper seeds for compact pot growing habanero pepper seeds are a popular choice for growers who want a bold, fiery pepper variety in a small-space setup. This vegetable grow kit is designed for container...
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Capsicum chinense seeds — habanero and superhot chillies

Capsicum chinense is the chilli species behind the fruity superhots — habaneros, Scotch bonnets and the record-breaking hottest chillies in the world, prized as much for their tropical, fruity flavour as their ferocious heat. It sits within our chilli pepper and wider pepper ranges. New to growing? Our vegetable growing guide covers the basics.

These need an early start and a long, warm season — the calendar shows when.

Fruity heat

Habaneros and Scotch bonnets bring searing but fruity heat to Caribbean and West African cooking. For milder, faster chillies see the Capsicum annuum types in our chilli pepper range; for no heat at all, our sweet peppers.

Growing superhots

Sow very early in warmth (around 25–30°C), be patient with germination, and grow on in a greenhouse, polytunnel or the sunniest, most sheltered spot. Feed with a high-potash feed once fruiting and let the pods colour fully for maximum heat. See all fruiting veg.

Related categories: Chilli Peppers · All Peppers · Capsicum annuum · Sweet Peppers · Fruiting Veg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Capsicum chinense?
The chilli species behind the fruity superhots — habanero, Scotch bonnet, and the hottest chillies of all.

How is it different from Capsicum annuum?
It tends to be hotter and fruitier, slower to germinate and needs a longer, warmer season.

When should I sow?
Very early — from midwinter to early spring — in warmth, as it needs a long season to ripen.

How do I ripen superhots?
Grow in a greenhouse or the warmest, sunniest spot, feed once fruiting and let the pods colour fully.