Orange Habanero is grown for its intense heat and pronounced fruity, aromatic flavour. It’s a classic Caribbean chilli, widely used across the region for its balance of fire and fragrance, and remains one of the most influential chillies in modern sauce-making.
Plants are compact to medium-sized and bushy, typically reaching around 70–100cm when grown under cover. They branch freely and, once established, crop reliably over a long season. Pods are lantern-shaped and slightly ribbed, ripening from green to a rich, glossy orange.
Heat is very hot but not extreme, sitting below the superhot range, with a fast, clean burn and a strong tropical fruit character. What sets Orange Habanero apart is its aroma. There’s a floral, almost apricot-like quality beneath the heat, which makes it particularly well suited to sauces, marinades and Caribbean-style cooking.
This variety responds well to early starting. Giving plants extra time allows them to bulk up properly and improves both yield and flavour, especially in the UK climate. If you’re looking for a chilli with real heat, classic pedigree and outstanding flavour, Orange Habanero is a dependable and rewarding choice.
Late February dispatch
Plants are grown on site and shipped as soon as they are ready
• Species: Capsicum chinense
• Heat: Very hot (approx. 200,000–350,000 SHU)
• Growth: Compact, bushy plants with steady cropping
• Pods: Lantern-shaped, ripening orange
• Use: Sauces, marinades and Caribbean cooking
• Growing: Best under cover in a warm, bright position
A free copy of my “How to Grow Chillies” booklet is included with every order.
One flat postage rate per order, however many plugs you choose.