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Scotch Bonnet 'Scotch Bonnet Orange' — Peppers

90-100days to harvest

7-21days to germinate

Z10–11USDA zones

Moderatedifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Requires warm soil (70-80°F) for germination. Transplant after all danger of frost.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1 inch per week, consistent moisture but well-draining
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic content
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: 24-30 inches
Height: 12-30 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Green ripening to bright orange
Size: 1-2 inches long and wide
Shape: Wrinkled, flattened bonnet or tam shape
Flavour: Extremely hot (100,000-350,000 Scoville) with fruity, tropical flavor notes

In the kitchen

Caribbean jerk seasoning, hot sauces, marinades, curries (use sparingly)

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, thrips
Diseases: Bacterial spot, anthracnose, powdery mildew
Resistance: Moderate resistance to common pepper diseases

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
2	April – May	June – July	—	October – September
3	April	June – July	—	September – October
4	March – April	June	—	September – October
5	March	May – June	—	September – October
6	March	May – June	—	August – October
7	February – March	April – May	—	August – October
8	February	April – May	—	July – September
9	January	March – April	—	June – August
10	January	February – March	—	June – August
11	January	January – February	—	May – July
12	January	January – February	—	May – July
13	January	January – February	—	May – July

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

BasilRepels aphids, spider mites, and thrips while potentially enhancing pepper flavor

MarigoldDeters nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies with natural compounds

OreganoRepels aphids and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture

ParsleyAttracts beneficial insects like hoverflies that prey on pepper pests

CarrotsLoosens soil around pepper roots and doesn't compete for nutrients

OnionsRepels aphids, thrips, and other soft-bodied insects harmful to peppers

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles while attracting predatory insects

SpinachProvides living mulch and cool-season harvest without competing for space

Avoid

Black WalnutReleases juglone toxin that inhibits pepper growth and can cause wilting

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that stunt pepper growth and development

BrassicasHeavy nitrogen feeders that compete with peppers and may attract flea beetles

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 97
Protein (g): 1.5
Fat (g): 0.2
Carbohydrate (g): 25
Fibre (g): 10.6
Vitamin A (µg): 21
Vitamin C (mg): 136
Vitamin E (mg): 0.25
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.176
Folate (µg): 30
Calcium (mg): 161
Iron (mg): 0.8
Magnesium (mg): 22
Phosphorus (mg): 21
Potassium (mg): 212
Zinc (mg): 0.25
Selenium (µg): 1

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the peppers growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Scotch Bonnet 'Scotch Bonnet Orange'?

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