SCOTCH BONNET ORANGE PEPPER SEEDS

10+ Organically Grown Seeds — Scotch Bonnet Orange 

10+ Organically Grown Seeds — Scotch Bonnet Orange Pepper

Bring the unmistakable flavors of the Caribbean to your garden with Scotch Bonnet Orange, a fiery and exceptionally flavorful pepper celebrated for its tropical fruitiness, distinctive shape, and essential role in traditional Jamaican cuisine.

A member of the Capsicum chinense species, Scotch Bonnet Orange produces small, wrinkled, bonnet-shaped peppers that mature from green to a vibrant orange. The fruits are typically 1–2 inches across, with a flattened, lobed appearance reminiscent of the traditional Scottish tam o’ shanter hat from which the pepper takes its name.

What makes Scotch Bonnet Orange truly special is its flavor. Beneath its formidable heat lies a fragrant combination of fruity sweetness and tropical notes, often accompanied by subtle citrus and floral characteristics. This complexity has made Scotch Bonnets indispensable in Caribbean kitchens, particularly for Jamaican jerk seasoning, pepper sauces, marinades, curries, and spicy stews.

Expect serious heat! Scotch Bonnet peppers are commonly rated between 100,000 and 350,000 Scoville Heat Units, placing them in the same general heat category as habaneros. Individual peppers may vary in intensity depending on genetics and growing conditions.

Scotch Bonnets have a rich agricultural history throughout the Caribbean, especially Jamaica, where they remain an important part of the region’s culinary identity. The Orange selection showcases the characteristic bonnet shape and remarkable flavor that have made this pepper famous around the world.

Variety: Scotch Bonnet Orange
Species: Capsicum chinense
Origin: Caribbean, especially associated with Jamaica
Heat Level: Very Hot
Scoville Rating: Approximately 100,000–350,000 SHU (typical Scotch Bonnet range)
Fruit Color: Green Ripening to Orange
Fruit Size: Approximately 1–2 Inches
Fruit Shape: Flattened, Lobed, Bonnet-Shaped
Flavor: Fruity, Tropical, Sweet, Citrusy
Days to Maturity: Approximately 75–100 Days from Transplanting
Best Uses: Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, Hot Sauces, Marinades, Curries, Stews & Pepper Relishes

Whether you’re recreating authentic Caribbean recipes or simply appreciate hot peppers with exceptional flavor, Scotch Bonnet Orange deserves a place in your garden.

CAUTION: These peppers are extremely hot. Wear gloves when harvesting and preparing fruits, and avoid contact with your eyes and sensitive skin.