Chilli 'De Cayenne'

This abundant variety produces masses of long slim chillies. With a Scoville Heat Rating of 30,000-50,000, this is a mild to medium-hot chilli. Can be grown in pots or in the ground, but does best in a greenhouse.

Latin name: Capsicum annuum
Position: Full Sun
Height: 60cm
Spread: 45cm

Growing calendar

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Sow indoors

Harvest

Sowing & growing

In the UK climate, chillies need to be started early. Sow in modules under cover Jan-Apr. Cover seeds with a very fine cover of vermiculite or seedling compost. Transplant into bigger pots or grow bags to keep in the greenhouse for best results. Once first fruits have set, feed weekly with tomato fertiliser.

Aftercare

Stake plants to support the wight of the crop. Fruits can be used when green, but wait until they have ripened to red if planning to dry.

Gallery

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