Long, slender pods with classic cayenne heat and thin walls that dry quickly. Great for beds or large containers with support; perfect for drying into flakes, hot sauce, pickling, and spicy stir-fries.
✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination
Why You’ll Love It
Signature cayenne heat ~30,000–50,000 SHU — bright and zippy.
Thin-walled 4–6″ (10–15 cm) pods dry fast for pantry storage.
Productive plants set heavily through warm weather.
Ideal for hanging ristras, powders, oils, and vinegars.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
Botanical name
Capsicum annuum — Cayenne (thin type)
Sun
Full sun (6–8+ hrs; warmth = best yields)
Sowing method
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; provide bottom heat. Transplant after nights stay >55°F / 13°C and soil is warm.
Sowing depth
¼″ / 6 mm (light cover; steady warmth)
Spacing
18–24″ / 45–60 cm between plants; rows 24–36″ / 60–90 cm (stake/cage for support)
Germination
~7–14 days at ~75–90°F / 24–32°C (heat mat helps)
Soil
Fertile, well-drained; moderate feeding; keep evenly moist for thicker walls
Harvest
Green in ~70–80 days from transplant; red-ripe ~85–100 days (sweeter & hotter).
Ways to Use
Air-dry or dehydrate, then crush into flakes or powder.
Blend into fermented or quick hot sauces.
Slice into pickles, stir-fries, and marinades.
What You’ll Receive
Select your pack size in the listing variations
Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
Simple sowing guide
Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: Warm soils and steady moisture = steady heat and yield. Mulch, avoid heavy nitrogen, and harvest often. Wear gloves when processing ripe pods; capsaicin lingers on skin/tools.
