Chilli 'Cayenne' Heirloom Seeds

About this product

Plants grow to approximately 60cms tall and produce an abundance of slender, long fruit that turn a deep red. Won’t blow your socks off, as 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

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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.