Habanero Peruvian White – small, pale and insanely hot
What makes Habanero Peruvian White special
Habanero Peruvian White is a rare white habanero variety that combines beautiful colour with extreme heat. The small pods may look innocent – but they deliver a powerful experience for both taste buds and tear ducts.
Background and name
The variety comes from Peru and has made a name for itself as one of the hottest among small-pod habaneros. It is sometimes called White Bullet Habanero because of its pointed shape and colour.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant is bushy and compact, about 60–80 cm tall, and very productive. The pods are small, about 2–3 cm, conical and ripen from pale green to cream-white at full ripeness.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 350,000 – 400,000 SHU
Flavour and uses
Fruity, floral and extremely hot. Perfect in hot sauces, but also dried to make an unusual white chilli powder.
Ways to use Habanero Peruvian White
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Suits white chilli mayonnaise or white hot sauce
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Decorative to dry whole or as flakes
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Blend with fruit in chutney for an explosive contrast
How to grow Habanero Peruvian White
Habanero Peruvian White belongs to Capsicum chinense. Sow your chilli seeds between January and March. It takes time to develop and does best in plenty of sun or a greenhouse.
A white beauty that fools you with its innocent exterior – Habanero Peruvian White is hotter than you think.
The price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost and keep warm, at about 25–30°C for best germination The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator helps to keep the air humid. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20°C and take them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For best results, soak the seeds in Growhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing
