Red Cayenne Chilli Seed Packet (30 Seeds)

30,000-50,000 SHU Heat Level: MEDIUM Extreme Caution: Can irritate skin and eyes. WA Grown & Organically Fed. A Red Cayenne chilli is a long, thin, fiery red pepper from the Capsicum annuum species, known for its moderate to hot heat (30,000–50,000 SHU) and mild sweetness, making it versatile for dishes like curries, sauces, and stews. It ripens from green to its signature red hue and can be used fresh or dried into flakes or powder. Seed-starting Step-by-step guide • Prepare mix: Fill cells with quality seed mix; moisten until damp, not soggy. • Sow seeds: Plant ~6 mm deep, 1 per cell (or 2 and thin). Lightly press surface. • Warm & cover: Place trays on a heat mat, cover with dome, keep 25–30°C. • Keep moist: Mist or bottom-water; avoid water logging. • Light: Set grow lights above trays for 14–16 hrs/day. • Monitor: Check daily for moisture, mold, or damping-off; vent dome briefly. • Germination: 10-20 days. • Transplant: At ~15 cm or several true leaves, move into pots with nutrient rich, well-draining soil. • Aftercare: Reduce humidity, harden off 7–10 days before outdoors. Begin light feeding once roots establish. • Position: 6-8 hours full sun. • Days to Harvest: 70-110 days. Harvest when peppers are fully red for maximum heat, and continue to pick regularly to encourage more fruit. • Water & Feed: Keep evenly moist, watering when top 2-3 inches dries. Fertilise with balanced, water-soluble NPK. • Cultivating Difficulty: Moderate – Challenging. Relatively robust, they require consistently warm conditions, well-draining soil to prevent root rot, and careful watering to avoid over or under watering, which can lead to issues like yellowing leaves and fruit problems. Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist