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Chilli Pepper Plant – Scotch Bonnet Red
Chilli Pepper Plant – Scotch Bonnet Red Grow on of the hottest chilli peppers from your very own home! The ‘Scotch Bonnet Red’ is famous for its resemblance to Tam o’shanter hat and the flavour to that of a ‘Habanero’. This chilli pepper plant will produce an abundance of deep red 4cm long chillies with an extremely hot flavour. Suitable for greenhouses or compact patios, this short bushy chilli plant will reach heights of 40 – 45cm. The ‘Scotch Bonnet’ weighs in at a scorching hot 350,000 – 400,000 SHU. This extreme heat makes it a popular chilli for spicy Caribbean sauces. Why not try it yourself and add a bit more than a kick to your favourite sauce or fiery salsa. Grow one of the world’s hottest chilli’s from your very own patio or greenhouse, a must-have for any chilli enthusiast. Caring for your Scotch Bonnet Red Your chilli plant will perform best in a greenhouse but will produce a good crop in a sunny sheltered location outdoors. It is important that you give it time to adjust to its new environment. Check the compost is moist and if required leave the plant to soak in approximately 5mm water for 5-10 minutes or until the top of the compost is damp. Stand the plant in a warm, light, airy place such as a windowsill or conservatory and allow to grow, ensuring that the compost is kept moist. Click here, to find out more about ‘Growing Your Chilli Plant’.