Capsicum annuum
Capsicum annuum
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While growing, they will begin with a deep green coloring when young and eventually ripen to a brilliant red.
The fiery-hot flavor of this pepper variety makes it a perfect option for seasoning!
Our organic cayenne pepper seeds provide a bold, spicy kick to dishes and are a great way to flavor any meal. A perfect choice for the spice enthusiast, this pepper variety is renowned for its intense heat and flavor. Cayenne Long Slim Organic Seeds are a delicious way to enhance any recipe, from savory dishes to sweet treats.
Sku: 0920
Common Name: Pepper
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
Full Sun
10 - 12 Days
75 - 80 Days
18"+
12 - 48"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Characteristics: Attracts Songbirds
Color: Red
Fill Weight (grams): 0.25
Approximate Seed Count: 15 - 40
Flavor: Fiery hot pepper. (30,000 - 50,000 SHU)
Preparation Ideas: Use as a seasoning to add heat to your dish.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Resistance: Deer|Rabbit
Tolerance: Heat
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Sow a few seeds evenly spaced in hills, 8 inches high and 12 inches across. Young vines should have a fence, trellis, or heavy cord on which to climb. When young vines are about 8 inches, thin to 3 plants per hill. Does not transplant well.
Planting Depth: 0.25"
Seed Spacing: Plant Long Slim Organic Cayenne Pepper seeds roughly 18" apart. Keep rows of seeds approximately 2.5' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Plant hot and sweet peppers in separate areas to avoid cross-pollination. Pick peppers regularly for increased yields. Wear rubber gloves when handling fruits and do not rub your eyes.
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