Long Cayenne Chili, Heirloom Seeds

Long Cayenne Chili, Heirloom Seeds — The Calabrian Italian Heirloom With 10" Slim Pods and Medium Heat

Long Cayenne Chili (Capsicum annuum) originates from the Calabria region of Italy — a prolific heirloom producing many long, thin-fleshed pods up to 10 inches long by ½ inch wide, tapering to a sharp point. Gangly plants reach 2½ feet tall and may need support as they become top-heavy with fruit. Peppers mature from dark green to red with medium heat of 15,000–20,000 SHU. Excellent fresh and dries very quickly — makes exceptional ristras.

Why Grow Long Cayenne Chili?

• Up to 10" slim pods — Calabrian Italian heirloom, tapers to a sharp point
• Medium heat — 15,000–20,000 SHU — bold without being extreme
• Dries very quickly — makes exceptional ristras and dried chili
• Prolific producer — many pods per plant
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun. Stake or support plants as they become top-heavy. Water consistently. Harvest green or allow to ripen red. Dry quickly in a warm, well-ventilated location.

Heat level: 15,000–20,000 SHU (medium)
Pod size: Up to 10" × ½"
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Annual
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12