Hot Paper Lantern – Organic Habanero Pepper Seed
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Description
Hot Paper Lantern is an organic habanero pepper variety known for its intense heat, fruity flavor, and striking appearance. These peppers are smaller, lantern-shaped, and typically ripen from green to a vibrant orange-red. With a Scoville Heat Rating of 100,000–350,000 SHU, Hot Paper Lantern peppers pack a serious punch, making them a favorite for hot sauce enthusiasts, chili lovers, and those who enjoy fiery dishes. The flavor is not just about heat—Hot Paper Lantern offers a unique, citrusy and smoky undertone that adds depth and complexity to any dish. As an organic variety, Hot Paper Lantern is grown without synthetic chemicals, ensuring a natural and environmentally-friendly crop. The plants are robust, producing a bountiful harvest of small but potent peppers throughout the growing season.
Features:
- Organic: Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, making it perfect for organic gardeners looking to produce hot peppers in an eco-friendly manner.
- Extreme Heat: With a Scoville Heat Rating of 100,000–350,000 SHU, Hot Paper Lantern peppers provide intense heat, ideal for those who love fiery foods.
- Fruity and Smoky Flavor: Along with its heat, this variety has a distinct citrusy and smoky flavor, perfect for adding complexity to hot sauces, salsas, and cooking.
- Unique Lantern Shape: The peppers are small, round, and lantern-shaped, making them visually striking as well as flavorful.
- High Yield: Known for producing an abundance of peppers on each plant, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who want to harvest plenty of hot peppers.
- Disease Resistance: As an organic variety, Hot Paper Lantern is bred to be more resilient against common pepper diseases, ensuring healthy plants and a successful harvest.
- Versatile Culinary Use: Perfect for making fiery hot sauces, salsa, or adding spice to a variety of dishes like soups, stews, and stir-fries.
Specifications:
- Growth Cycle: 80–100 days to maturity (from transplant)
- Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Requirements: Regular watering to keep the soil evenly moist, particularly during fruiting.
- Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for proper growth and airflow.
- Harvesting: Harvest when peppers reach their mature orange-red color. Handle with care, as the heat is intense.
- Heat Level: Extremely hot (100,000–350,000 SHU)
- Flavor Profile: Fruity, smoky, and extremely spicy with a citrusy undertone.
- Plant Type: Annual (Organic)
