Spice up your garden with fiery flavor!
Cayenne Long Thin peppers are slender, curved chilies that pack a punch. With their intense heat and bold taste, they’re perfect for drying, pickling, and adding zing to sauces and salsas. These classic hot peppers are a must-grow for spice lovers and homemade hot sauce enthusiasts!
Variety: Cayenne Long Thin (Capsicum annuum)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 24–30 inches
Flavor Profile: Hot, pungent, and spicy
Color: Green turning to bright red
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: 70–80 days to mature fruits
Uses: Excellent for drying, pickling, sauces, and spice blends
Fun Fact: Cayenne peppers are often dried and ground into powder, one of the most popular spices in the world!
These fiery pods are perfect for anyone who loves bold heat. Dry them whole for homemade cayenne powder, pickle them for a tangy kick, or toss them fresh into salsas and stir-fries. Their slender shape and vibrant red color make them as beautiful as they are spicy. A staple for hot pepper fans and DIY spice makers!
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun and fertile, well-drained soil will help your peppers thrive.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Transplant seedlings 18 inches apart once the soil warms.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep the soil evenly moist, don’t let it dry out or get soggy.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake plants if needed to support heavy fruit loads.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are fully red and firm for maximum heat and flavor.
