Harris Seeds Pepper Golden Cayenne Seed
Best compact pepper for container gardeners and culinary enthusiasts.
These compact hybrids bring a striking golden hue to your garden without sacrificing the classic cayenne kick. While you trade the traditional red aesthetic for a vibrant yellow, you gain a versatile, high-yielding plant that thrives in containers just as well as it does in the field.
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Who it's for
- Market gardeners seeking consistent, high-volume crop production
- Culinary professionals wanting visually striking ingredients for gourmet dishes
- Home cooks needing versatile peppers for drying and fresh recipes
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious growers planning large-scale commercial planting
- Homesteaders prioritizing self-sufficiency through annual seed saving
- Northern gardeners with short, cool growing seasons
Performance breakdown
Container Adaptability
Compact growth habit makes this an ideal choice for patio pots.
Visual Appeal
Striking golden hue provides a vibrant contrast in any garden bed.
Culinary Versatility
Excellent for fresh eating, cooking, or grinding into unique spice powders.
Hybrid Vigor
Reliable genetics ensure consistent performance and abundant harvests for home growers.
Growth Speed
Eighty-seven days to maturity requires patience throughout the growing season.
Germination Reliability
Standard hybrid consistency provides predictable results with proper soil temperature management.
Key Specs
Maturation Days
87 Days
Soil Temperature
80-85°F
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5 inches
Germination Days
10-20 Days
Spacing in Row
12-24 inches
Spacing Between Rows
2-3 feet
Planting Method
Transplant
Form
RAW / UNTREATED
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