The densely foliaged chilli plant bears many chilli peppers that have a mainly refreshing taste once you get past the rather intense heat. This is a really hardy variety of chilli that can withstand a range of conditions, although consistent frosts and/or boggy conditions will kill it. Heat level 8 – 10.

Scoville Heat Units (SHU) 100,000 - 350,000
Plant Height 45 - 60cm (1'6" - 1'12")
Season of Interest warm to hot
Temperature Range 18 - 30°C (64 - 86°F)
Annual / Perennial / Biennial Perenial/Annual
Frost Hardy / Tender Tender
Sun Exposure Full sun
Sow Direct / Raise Seedlings Either
Soil Type Sandy Loam, Rich in nutrients. added compost to the soil for fertility, and dolomite or crushed egg shells to help fend off blossom end rot
Soil pH 6 - 7
Soil Temperature 17 - 27°C (63 - 81°F)
Seed Preparation Soak seeds overnight in lukewarm water or freeze for a few days before planting
Sowing Depth 5mm (¼")
Plant Spacing 45 - 60cm (1'6" - 1'12")
Row Spacing 90 - 110cm (2'11" - 3'7")
Watering regular, keep moist not wet
Germination Time (Days) 7 - 21
Harvest Time (Days) 90 - 150
Good Companion Plants carrots, cucumber, squash, members of the Allum family, Basil, Dill, Fennel
Diseases blossom end rot
Not shipped to Tasmania true
Seeds per pack 15
Min temperature (C) 18
Max temperature (C) 30

CHILLI-SCOTCH BONNET-JAMAICAN YELLOW

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