Pepper - Long Red Cayenne

Growing peppers can be very challenging and rewarding. An excellent source of Vitamin C.
Hints:

  • Start plants 8 to 10 weeks prior to transplanting outdoors.
  • Sow seed 7 mm [1/4"] deep.
  • Plant outdoors when soil is warm.
  • When full size, pick promptly to encourage new growth.
  • If temperature drops below 7°C, fruit set will be hindered

  • Long Red Cayenne - 72 days from transplant. Often curled and twisted, this very hot pepper grows 13-15 cm long and 1 cm across [5-6"x0.5"] tapering to a point. Fruits are borne pendant on 60 to 75 cm [24-30"] tall plants. Dark green colour changes to a bright red at maturity. Popular for pickling and seasoning.