Cayenne Pepper Seeds

Name: Cayenne Pepper Seeds
Brand: Hasty Roots
Price: 2.49 USD
Availability:  InStock

Cayenne Pepper Seeds

50 Seeds

Cayenne peppers, known for their fiery flavor and vibrant color, add a spicy kick to dishes. They're perfect for adding heat to salsas, sauces, and marinades, or for sprinkling on pizzas and grilled meats. With their bold flavor and versatility, cayenne peppers are a staple in many cuisines around the world.

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Needs Attention
Small Space Friendly
Container Friendly

Growing Cayenne Pepper Seeds

Germination Rate
6 to 8 days
Sun
Full Sun (6+ hours per day)
Plant Size
12 to 24 inches
Water Needs
Keep soil evenly moist
Seed Depth
1/4 inch light cover
Container Size
Large Pot (12-24 inch)
Expect To Harvest
60-90 days
Zones
4-11
Plant Spacing
12 inches apart
Companion Plants
onions, eggplant, carrots, basil, thyme, oregano, tomatoes, lettuce, and chives
Pest
Red spider mite, slugs, aphids, Colorado potato beetles, flea beetles, tomato hornworms, and nematodes
Culinary Uses
Cayenne pepper adds a kick to your dishes, when used to season sauces, spice up soups, or add heat to your favorite recipes.
Growing Season
Spring, Summer and Fall
Start Planting Indoors
8 to 10 weeks before the last frost
Start Planting Outdoors
4 to 6 weeks after the last frost

Growing Instructions

Starting your seeds

You can start pepper seeds indoors using a heat mat to encourage germination. Once the seedlings sprout and grow a few sets of leaves, move them outdoors. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, and provide 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. When direct sowing pepper seeds, plant them about 1/4 inch deep with a light cover of soil in well-drained, warm soil. Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for healthy growth.

Harvesting your seeds

To harvest peppers wait when they reach the desired size and color. Use sharp scissors or pruning shears to cut the peppers from the plant, leaving a short stem attached. Avoid pulling or twisting the peppers to prevent damage to the plant. Harvest regularly to encourage more fruit production.