Little Veggie Patch Co - Chilli 'Cayenne' Heirloom Seeds

Plants grow to approximately 60cms tall and produce an abundance of slender, long fruit that turns a deep red. Won’t blow your socks off, so can be used fresh, cured, dried or pasted. A popular heirloom variety.

When to Plant

Zone 1: October - December

Zone 2: September - December

Zone 3: August - March

Zone 4: April - July

Soil The soil should be rich and free-draining. Integrate compost and well-rotted animal manure a fortnight before planting. Chillies will also benefit from an application of lime.

Soil pH Level 6.5–7.5

Position Sunny, hot position in free-draining soil. Don’t plant where hungry crops, such as brassicas, were previously growing.

How to Plant Propagate seeds in individual cells, leaving them outdoors during warm daytime conditions and then indoors at night. Transplant once the daytime temperatures are regularly surpassing 20 degrees as the plant is intolerant of frost.

Spacing 30-40cm

Depth 0.5 - 1cm

Companion Plants Basil, Parsley

Approximate no. of seeds 30

Note: Sourced locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination