Description
Best Grown: Greenhouse or sunny outdoor spot
Sowing Time: January–March
Plant Out: May–June, once frost risk has passed
Harvest Time: July–October (approx. 18–22 weeks from sowing)
Spacing: Plant 40–50 cm apart in rows 50 cm apart
Height: Grows approx. 60–80 cm tall
Difficulty: Moderate
Why grow it?
- Produces long, slender red chillies up to 10–12 cm
- Very hot heat level, perfect for spice lovers
- Ideal for drying into chilli flakes or powder
- Reliable and high-yielding
- Classic cayenne flavour for versatile use
How to grow: Sow indoors Jan–March with warmth. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough. Harden off and plant out May–June in greenhouse beds or a sunny, sheltered outdoor spot. Space plants 40–50 cm apart. Feed and water regularly. Harvest when fruits turn bright red.
Cooking / usage ideas: Great fresh in salsas, chopped into spicy dishes, or dried for homemade chilli flakes or powder.
Seeds per pack: Approx. 15 seeds
