Aji Habanero

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🌱 80d to harvest Upright

Aji Habanero peppers bring a bright, sunlit heat with a fragrant, tropical bite—vividly aromatic and intensely flavorful straight…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 13th
Last Frost	Apr 10th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 5th
Harvest Begins	Aug 24th
Harvest Ends	Oct 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	80
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Aji Habanero leaves curling and getting sticky specks—what pest is it and how do I fix it?

Sticky residue and leaf curling on Aji Habanero are often signs of aphids or whiteflies, which feed on new growth and leave honeydew that can turn into sooty mold. Spray plants with a strong jet of water to knock them off, then repeat every 2–3 days for a week. If it’s still bad, apply insecticidal soap (especially under leaves) and keep up weekly until the curling stops.

How often should I water Aji Habanero during the main growing phase (after it starts setting fruit)?

During the fruiting phase, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil dries out. In hot weather this often becomes every 2–4 days, but in cooler or container conditions it can be more frequent. Avoid letting it swing between dry and saturated, because Aji Habanero can drop flowers and slow fruit fill when moisture is inconsistent.

When are Aji Habanero peppers ready to harvest, and how can I tell they’re mature?

Aji Habanero is typically ready around 80 days from transplant/planting, but harvest readiness is best judged by color and firmness. Pick pods when they have fully developed their mature color (yellow-orange to orange depending on your strain) and the fruit feels firm and slightly glossy, not soft. If you wait too long, the peppers may become wrinkled and less flavorful.

Aji Habanero peppers bring a bright, sunlit heat with a fragrant, tropical bite—vividly aromatic and intensely flavorful straight from the plant. Fruits are specialty-shaped and glossy, with a firm, crisp flesh that holds up beautifully for bold flavor building in salsas, hot sauces, and pickling, or for fresh use when you want a quick, fiery kick. Grow Aji Habanero for a garden-to-plate pepper that delivers standout heat and a clean, lively character at about 80 days to maturity.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Expert Note

Transplant only after nights are consistently warm and the soil reaches about 60°F+, then feed lightly after plants flower to support fruit set.