Cayenne Long Slim Pepper Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO Hot Pepper

Cayenne Long Slim Pepper Seeds

Add classic cayenne heat to your vegetable garden with Cayenne Long Slim, a heirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated hot pepper variety of Capsicum annuum.

This popular hot pepper produces long, slender fruits that grow approximately 4-6 inches and ripen from green to brilliant red. With a typical heat range of 30,000-50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), Cayenne Long Slim is excellent for hot sauces, chili flakes, dried peppers, and homemade cayenne powder.

Its compact, upright growth habit makes this variety suitable for home gardens, raised beds, greenhouses, and container growing.

Product Highlights

• Heirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated hot pepper
• Slender red fruits approximately 4-6 inches long
• Typical heat range of 30,000-50,000 SHU
• Approximately 70-79 days to maturity from transplant
• Upright plants approximately 18-24 inches tall
• Excellent for homemade hot sauces, drying, and seasonings

Plant Profile

• Common Name: Cayenne Long Slim Pepper
• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Family: Solanaceae
• Variety: Cayenne Long Slim
• Type: Hot Pepper / Cayenne
• Seed Traits: Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
• Life Cycle: Tender Perennial, Commonly Grown as Annual
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Plant Height: Approximately 18-24 Inches
• Plant Width: Approximately 18-24 Inches
• Fruit Color: Green to Bright Red
• Fruit Length: Approximately 4-6 Inches
• Heat Level: 30,000-50,000 SHU
• Flavor: Hot with Mild Fruity Notes
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 70-79 Days from Transplant
• Germination: Approximately 7-10 Days Under Favorable Conditions
• Seed Depth: 1/4 Inch
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 Inches
• Row Spacing: 24-36 Inches
• Light: Full Sun
• Soil: Fertile, Well-Drained
• Preferred Soil pH: Around 6.5
• Germination Temperature: Approximately 80-90 F

Starting Cayenne Long Slim Seeds

Start seeds indoors approximately 6-8 weeks before your expected last spring frost. Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep in a clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.

Maintain a warm growing medium around 80-90 F and keep the soil evenly moist without waterlogging. A heat mat may help maintain consistent warmth.

Under favorable conditions, germination may occur in approximately 7-10 days. Once seedlings emerge, provide strong overhead light to encourage sturdy growth.

Transplanting

Gradually harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors. Wait until the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are sufficiently warm.

Space plants approximately 18-24 inches apart, with about 24-36 inches between rows to allow for airflow and maintenance.

Sunlight, Soil & Water

Cayenne Long Slim grows best in full sun, preferably receiving at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Use fertile, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH near 6.5. Maintain moderate, consistent moisture, especially while plants are flowering and producing fruit.

Mulching helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Use balanced fertilizer based on soil needs, avoiding excessive nitrogen that can encourage foliage at the expense of fruit.

Growth & Plant Support

Cayenne Long Slim develops a relatively compact, upright plant approximately 18-24 inches tall.

Staking may be helpful if plants become heavy with fruit or are exposed to strong winds.

Harvesting Cayenne Long Slim

Cayenne Long Slim generally reaches maturity approximately 70-79 days from transplant under suitable growing conditions.

Peppers can be picked green for earlier use or allowed to ripen fully to bright red. Mature pods are typically approximately 4-6 inches long.

Use scissors or pruners to harvest peppers without damaging the stems. Wear gloves when handling hot peppers and wash your hands afterward.

Kitchen Uses

• Homemade Hot Sauces
• Dried Red Cayenne Peppers
• Chili Flakes
• Ground Cayenne Powder
• Spicy Soups and Stews
• Marinades and Seasonings

What to Expect

Scoville heat, fruit length, color, and maturity vary with growing conditions. Cayenne Long Slim tolerates warm weather and some dry conditions, but consistent watering supports healthy growth and pod development.

Frequently Asked Questions

How hot is Cayenne Long Slim?

The variety's heat guide is approximately 30,000-50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), placing it among hot cayenne peppers.

How long does Cayenne Long Slim take to mature?

Approximately 70-79 days from transplant. Indoor seed starting and seedling growth occur before this period.

How long are Cayenne Long Slim peppers?

Mature peppers are commonly approximately 4-6 inches long, although actual size varies with conditions.

Can Cayenne Long Slim grow in containers?

Yes. The plants are compact enough for suitable containers with good drainage, ample sunlight, sufficient root space, and consistent watering.

Can I harvest these peppers while they are green?

Yes. The fruits may be picked green or left on the plant to ripen to bright red.

Is Cayenne Long Slim an annual or perennial?

Cayenne Long Slim is typically grown as a frost-sensitive annual in most U.S. gardens. Peppers can persist as tender perennials where winter conditions remain sufficiently warm.

Can I dry these peppers?

Yes. Mature Cayenne Long Slim peppers are well suited for drying and grinding into chili powder or flakes using appropriate food-handling methods.