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Hot Pepper · warm season

Cayenne

Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Cayenne'): Spicy and Potent Peppers for Your Garden Add a fiery kick to your garden with the classic Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Cayenne'). Famous for its slender shape and intense heat, this variety is a staple for anyone looking to create their own homemade…

Days to harvest
70
Sow depth
1/4"
Plant spacing
15-20"
Row spacing
18-30"
Sprouts in
10 days
Light
Full sun (8+ hrs)

When to plant

  1. Start indoors
    8–10 weeks before your last frost
  2. Transplant outside
    2 weeks after your last frost

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Growing tips

  • Sow when the soil is at least 60°F.
  • Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 10 days.

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