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Capsicum annuum 'Cayennetta'
Pepper, Cayennetta
An All-American Selections Winner, Cayennetta is a compact branching cayenne type chilli. It has a very neat, attractive habit and produces a large crop of bright red 4-inch tapered fruit underneath the attractive leaf canopy.The fruit are mild in heat reaching around 20,000 Scoville Heat Units. Cayennetta has tolerance to both very hot and cold seasons and fruits are resistant to sun scorch, making it a good all-round performer in any garden.
- Slim cayenne-type with manageable plant habit
- Hot pepper with medium to fairly hot kick
- Smooth red pods dry well on or off the plant
- Excellent for flakes, powder, and hot sauce
- Category: Vegetables
- Breeder: AAS - National
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 24-36 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Spacing: 18 in
- Temperature: 50 to 95°F
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Capsicum annuum 'Cayennetta'
Peppers need full sun, warm soil, and steady feeding for best yields. Transplant only after nights stay warm, mulch to conserve moisture, and avoid overwatering. Harvest sweet peppers at size or full color; hot peppers often intensify in flavor as they ripen.