Long, slender, fiery-red chillies that dry beautifully for flakes and powder. A heavy-yielding, dependable hot variety for pots or the open garden.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 90 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Chilli 'Cayenne'
Capsicum annuum 'Cayenne' is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 90 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Chilli 'Cayenne'
Chilli 'Cayenne' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Chilli 'Cayenne' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Chilli 'Cayenne' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Chilli 'Cayenne' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Chilli 'Cayenne' in the garden
Chilli 'Cayenne' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Chilli 'Cayenne' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Chilli 'Cayenne'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Chilli 'Cayenne' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.