Pepper Habanero Chocolate

Pepper Habanero Chocolate is a late, extremely hot variety easily recognizable by its brownish-red, lantern-shaped fruits. It boasts a heat level of up to 450,000 SHU and the fruits measure 4 to 6 cm. The plant reaches a height of 40 to 80 cm and is suitable for greenhouses and polytunnels.

What sets Habanero Chocolate apart

• Heat level up to 450,000 SHU, which is noticeably higher than the red Habanero's around 300,000 SHU.
• Brownish-red lantern-shaped fruits that give sauces a dark color unattainable by red varieties.
• Fruit size of 4 to 6 cm is ideal for processing individually.
• Plant height of 40 to 80 cm fits even under low polytunnel structures.
• Late variety, with harvest occurring towards the end of the season.

Who is it for

Habanero Chocolate is chosen by those who have already tried classic Habanero and want a darker variant with higher heat. As it is a late variety for protected cultivation, it is intended for greenhouses or polytunnels, not open beds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hot is Habanero Chocolate?

Habanero Chocolate reaches a heat level of up to 450,000 SHU and is classified among extremely hot varieties. It is a late type of Habanero with brownish-red fruits.

How large are the fruits of this variety?

The fruits of Habanero Chocolate are lantern-shaped and measure 4 to 6 cm. The plant itself grows to a height of 40 to 80 cm.

Where is this variety suitable for?

Habanero Chocolate is suitable for cultivation in greenhouses and polytunnels. As a late variety, it requires a longer warm period than early types.