30 Cayenne Long Thin Pepper Seeds – Capsicum annuum Spicy Chili for Cooking & Drying

Cayenne 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.

Whether 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.

Plant Features

• Long, thin peppers that mature from green to bright red
• Spicy heat profile suitable for cooking and drying
• Compact, bushy growth habit that works well in containers
• Productive plants that set fruit over an extended period
• Easy to grow for gardeners of all experience levels

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual pepper (warm-season)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in most zones
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Typically 18–30 inches
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start 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.

Water 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.

What's Included

30 Cayenne Long Thin Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum).