Hot Banana Pepper is a compact fast growing annual that are ready for harvest in 60-75 days (yellow) to 75-80 days (red). The 6″ long pods are bright yellow when immature with a tangy, slightly sweet flavor and turn red as they mature with a sweeter and spicer flavor. Best if grown in full sun and rich, moist, acidic well-drained soils. Hot Banana has a spice range of 5000 to 10,000 Scoville Heat Units.
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Type: |
Annual |
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Origins: |
North and South American |
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Height: |
2′ – 3′ |
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Spread: |
1.5’ – 2′ |
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Spacing: |
1.5′ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 – 10 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer |
