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CAYENNE PEPPER


A very popular medium hot pepper, Cayenne has an interesting flavor that makes them popular fresh, cooked or pickled. The tapered peppers, 6-8 inches long, start green and turn red at maturity. Pencil thin Cayenne peppers are most commonly used fresh in hot sauces and chillies. They provide heat to any dish you want to turn up the temperature on. They can be dried and ground to make cayenne pepper. Add some Cayenne flakes to give a nice flavor to oil or vinegar. Dry a string of these wonderful peppers to use as an attractive decoration.

Tip: When harvesting these peppers, always wear gloves and be sure to wash your hands immediately after handling them.

30,000-50,000 Scovilles.



Full Sun
Plant 18" Apart
70 Days Average to Maturity
 
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