{"product_id":"30-cayenne-long-thin-pepper-seeds-capsicum-annuum-spicy-chili-for-cooking-drying","title":"30 Cayenne Long Thin Pepper Seeds – Capsicum annuum Spicy Chili for Cooking \u0026 Drying","description":"\u003cp\u003eCayenne Long Thin Pepper is a classic hot chili known for its slender, elongated fruits and reliable productivity. These peppers grow on compact, bushy plants that perform well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers, making them a versatile choice for home growers. The bright red fruits are prized for their intense heat and are commonly used fresh, dried, or ground into powder for cooking and seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you enjoy spicy cuisine or want to preserve your harvest by drying, Cayenne Long Thin Pepper delivers dependable results. The plants are relatively easy to grow and can be started indoors before the last frost for a head start on the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, thin peppers that mature from green to bright red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy heat profile suitable for cooking and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit that works well in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants that set fruit over an extended period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow for gardeners of all experience levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual pepper (warm-season)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in most zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 18–30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost. Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Maintain a warm temperature (75–85°F) for best germination. Once seedlings have developed several true leaves and all danger of frost has passed, harden them off gradually and transplant outdoors in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly at planting and again when flowers appear. Harvest peppers when they reach full size and color; for drying, allow them to turn fully red before picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e30 Cayenne Long Thin Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835982741814,"sku":"FOLIA2-1501","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6566239987_mzgh.jpg?v=1793096832","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/30-cayenne-long-thin-pepper-seeds-capsicum-annuum-spicy-chili-for-cooking-drying","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}