The name of this Habanero Pepper is due to the yellow colour of its fruits when ripe. The lantern-shaped fruit is 5cm long and 2.5cm wide. It is fruity and sweet and has a unique apricot flavour. It is eaten fresh, in stews or sauces.
Sow from January to April indoors, 1-2cm deep in soil rich in organic matter. With a distance between plants of approximately 40cm and germination temperatures between 25-28ºC. Harvest after 90-100 days.
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| Botanical name | Capsicum chinense |
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| Average germination (%) | 80 |
| Climate Zone | Warm areas |
| Germination (in days) | 8-15 |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers |
| Planting distance | 40 |
| Seeds per gram | 170 |
| Soil - Moisture | Moist |
| Soil - Type | Rich |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
| Watering | Regular |