‘De Cayenne’ Pepper Seeds | By Plant Theory

 

Fiery Flavour

Great In Stews, Stir Fries & Salads

High Yields

Chilli peppers are easy to grow. Below we address some common queries:

• Hardiness: this species is half-hardy and needs protection from frost.
• Planting In Pots: suitable for growing in pots 30cm (12in) deep or larger.
• Position: place in a sheltered sunny position.
• Soil Types: sow in warm, well-drained soil.

Germination Requirements: germinate in a heated propagator or plastic bag.

Planting Distance (Seed Tray): sow seeds 2.5cm (1in) apart and cover with a fine sprinkling of seed-starting mix.

Planting Distance (Ground): sow plants a minimum of 40cm (16in) apart.

Soil Preparation: remove weeds and large stones and dig in plenty of compost.

Thinning: when seedlings are around 2.5cm (1in) high, thin out to leave 1 seedling per hole.

Pest Control: remove any slugs, snails, and greenflies/ whiteflies; you can also use a weak soap solution or copper tape or rings.

Watering Requirements: water regularly, particularly during dry weather.

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• F1 Hybrids: hybrid seeds are produced from two specially selected varieties that are kept in isolation. As they are produced from only two plants, seeds are almost identical genetically.
• Open Pollinated: open pollinated plants aren’t isolated from other varieties, so are more genetically diverse.
• Heirloom: heirloom seeds are historic, some going back to Victorian times, others more recent. Heirloom varieties can be good or bad, depending on how careful the breeder is to maintain genetic similarity.

Hybrids vs Open Pollinated

As hybrids are produced from two specially selected varieties, the quality is more consistent, with a higher germination rate and improved cropping. But, as they require time, resources and know-how to create, they come to the market at a higher cost. They are also genetically unstable, and so if you keep the seeds from the resultant crop, performance is usually poor. Open Pollinated seeds are highly diverse and have often been grown for successfully for decades. Seeds from the resultant crop are usually perform well.

Annual, Biennial and Perennial

Annual plants complete their life cycle within a year, biennials in two years (usually only flowering in the second year) and perennials can live on indefinitely.

Hardy, Half-Hardy and Tender

Hardy and half-hardy plants can survive a light frost, but the latter are best moved indoors during periods of bad weather. Tender plants must be kept indoors, until after the last frost.

We believe that anyone, regardless of ability can successfully grow their own plants at home, and do so in an eco-friendly and sustainable way.

Everyone should have the chance to experience the benefits that plants bring to our lives, and we have put a lot of effort into making sure that all of our products are easy to grow, even for beginners.

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