The 'Cheyenne' hot pepper is a compact variety known for its abundant production of slender, elongated peppers. The fruits turn from green to bright red when ripe and offer a well-spiced flavor, ideal for spicy cuisine.
The plant is compact, vigorous, and very productive, making it particularly suitable for urban gardens, flowerbeds, and container growing. The peppers can be harvested green for moderate heat or red for a more intense flavor.
Compact plant ideal for container growing
Very productive
Excellent for sauces, drying, and chili powder
Heat level: 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Comparable to cayenne pepper
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Type: Hot pepper
Days to maturity: 70 to 75 days
Fruit color: Green turning red at maturity
Fruit length: 10 to 12 cm
Plant height: 45 to 60 cm
Spacing: 40 to 50 cm
Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Regular, rich and well-drained soil
Use: Hot sauces, drying, chili powder, spicy cuisine