Habanero Pepper 'Jacquin'

Capsicumchinense

Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species
chinense (chi-NEN-see)
Synonym
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Other Details
Other details
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Propagation Methods
Sun to Partial Shade
Seed Collecting
Days to Maturity
White/Near White
Soil pH requirements
Blooms all year
Blooms repeatedly
Heat (Pungency)
Evergreen
Smooth
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Seed Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Annuals
Vegetables
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Mid (69-80 days)
Late (more than 80 days)
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Rockledge, Florida

Houston, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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Benton, KY (Zone 7a) | February 2005 | positive

Habeneros are a wonderful seasoning pepper, they have a smokey, fruity flavor that is unique.

Care must be taken when hand...Read More

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Lutz, FL (Zone 9b) | November 2001 | neutral

Peppers like an even water supply and good drainage, full sun and a long, hot summer. They develop their roots very near the surface, so ...Read More

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