Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper in black bowl on blue background with coins for size reference.
Hot Pepper Seeds, Jamaican Scotch Bonnet
Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Peppers in decorative arrangement.
Hot Pepper Seeds, Jamaican Scotch Bonnet
Close-up Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper on light background.
Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper in black bowl on blue background with coins for size reference.
Hot Pepper Seeds, Jamaican Scotch Bonnet
Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Peppers in decorative arrangement.
Hot Pepper Seeds, Jamaican Scotch Bonnet
Close-up Jamaican Scotch Bonnet Pepper on light background.

Hot Pepper Seeds,
Jamaican Scotch Bonnet

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Description

(Capsicum chinense). An heirloom treasure from Jamaica, this pepper is fruity and full-bodied. Named for the uniquely shaped fruits that resemble the famous “tam o’shanter” Scottish hat. Our Jamaican scotch bonnets are produced by our resident horticulturist and pepper lover, Richie Ramsay, at his farm in Jamaica. He tells us that it is critical for the vinegar sauce in Jamaican Escovitch (escabeche). The thick walls of the pepper are well suited to long cooking times for making jerks and curries. We are grateful to Richie for introducing this select strain of Jamaican scotch pepper.

Growing Tips: The Jamaican Scotch Bonnet is a fiery heirloom pepper that thrives in warm, sunny locations. It grows best in rich, well-draining soil and requires a long growing season to fully mature. During germination, you can use a heat mat to help keep the soil warm.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Capsicum chinense
Sun Requirement
8–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
90–100
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
14–18 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Start Jamaican Scotch Bonnet seeds indoors about 8-12 weeks before the last frost date, as these peppers have a long growing season. Transplant outdoors only after all danger of frost has passed and temperatures are consistently above 65 F. In areas with short summers, indoor starting is especially important to make sure that the peppers have enough time to mature.

How to Save Seeds

  • Peppers are mainly self-pollinating, but bees occasionally work pepper flowers as well.
  • To be absolutely sure that you will not have any crossing, different varieties should be isolated by at least 500 feet.
  • It is a good idea to wear gloves when working with very hot peppers, and to consider wearing a mask when working with a large quantity of dried seeds.
  • To save seed, allow the fruit to mature fully; then simply remove seeds.
  • Let seeds dry for a week before storing them in a jar.
  • Pepper seeds will remain viable for up to 5 years.

FAQ

What is the Jamaican Scotch Bonnet like, and where does the name come from?

It is an heirloom treasure from Jamaica, fruity and full-bodied. The name comes from the uniquely shaped fruits, which resemble the famous tam o'shanter Scottish hat.

How is it used in Jamaican cooking?

Our resident horticulturist and pepper lover, Richie Ramsay, who produces this strain at his farm in Jamaica, tells us it is critical for the vinegar sauce in Jamaican Escovitch (escabeche). The thick walls of the pepper are also well suited to the long cooking times of jerks and curries.

How long does it take to grow?

Figure 90 to 100 days — it requires a long growing season to fully mature. Give it a warm, sunny location and rich, well-draining soil, with plants 14 to 18 inches apart. Sow seed ¼ inch deep, expect germination in 7 to 10 days, and use a heat mat during germination to help keep the soil warm.
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