Harris Seeds Cayenne Pepper Seed
Best choice for home gardeners wanting to grow their own hot peppers.
These seeds deliver a reliable, high-yield crop of thick-walled peppers that pack a serious punch. While you’ll need to dedicate space for their sprawling, open growth habit, the payoff is a steady supply of fiery fruit perfect for drying or homemade hot sauce.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking maximum harvest weight for drying or fresh use
- Beginners needing reliable germination and vigorous plant growth
- Home cooks wanting versatile peppers for sauces and spice powders
Who should skip it
- Preservers lacking the equipment or patience for slow drying
- Gardeners in regions with short, cool growing seasons
- Spice lovers searching for extreme, high-Scoville heat levels
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Ideal for drying, sauces, and adding heat to any dish.
Harvest Accessibility
Open plant structure makes picking peppers quick and effortless.
Germination Reliability
Standard 10-20 day window ensures consistent results for home growers.
Fruit Quality
Thick walls provide excellent texture for processing and dehydration.
Growth Requirements
Requires consistent warmth and full sun for optimal pepper development.
Yield Potential
Produces a bountiful supply of large peppers per plant.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
80-85°F
Germination Lighting
Cover Seed
Germination Days
10-20 Days
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5"
Maturation Days
75 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Spacing in Row
12-24"
Spacing Between Rows
2-3'
Seed Form
Loose Seeds
Days to Maturity
75 days
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