Chili Peppers
Cayenne pepper: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Sowing indoors
SI
Planting
P
P
Harvest
H
H
H
H
How to sow cayenne peppers successfully under cover?
Sow your cayenne chillies in warmth under cover in late winter or early spring, depending on the variety and your equipment. Allow a long growing season. Use seed compost in containers with drainage and sow about 0.5 cm deep, following the packet.
Keep a steady temperature around 21 °C or as required by the variety, with light moisture without soaking the compost. After germination, provide plenty of light and gradually ventilate the propagator.
Once plants have a few true leaves, transplant gently into larger pots and keep them protected from cold. Gradually acclimatise them before outdoor planting, after frost and once nights are mild enough.
How to plant cayenne pepper?
How to care for this plant
-
Install plant supports
For a tall variety, heavy fruit or a windy spot, fit a stake when planting. Tie the stem loosely with soft material. Check ties later and support branches that bend under the fruit.
How do you harvest cayenne peppers?
