{"product_id":"capsicum-frutescens-plant-seeds-african-cayenne-pepper-for-gardening","title":"Capsicum frutescens Plant Seeds – African Cayenne Pepper for Gardening","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfrican Cayenne Pepper (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapsicum frutescens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a warm-season pepper plant known for its slender, spicy fruits and green foliage. The peppers often ripen from green to red, adding vibrant color to home vegetable gardens. With suitable sunlight, warmth, and well-draining soil, this variety can be grown in garden beds or containers for home harvesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name: African Cayenne Pepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapsicum frutescens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Pepper plant, often grown as an annual in cooler climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage: Green leaves with an upright growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Appearance: Slender peppers that commonly mature from green to red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor: Hot and pungent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Use: Vegetable gardens, raised beds, and patio containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight: Plant in a sunny location with several hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Use fertile, well-draining soil suitable for pepper plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing: Sow seeds in a suitable seed-starting medium. Keep the medium lightly moist and follow the supplier's instructions for sowing depth and germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Water regularly while seedlings establish and during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplanting: Move established seedlings to their final growing location when temperatures are warm enough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing: Choose a pot with drainage holes and sufficient room for root growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting: Harvest peppers when they reach the desired size and color. Handle them carefully, as their heat may irritate skin and eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfrican Cayenne Pepper is suitable for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and patio containers in sunny locations. The slender fruits can be harvested for cooking and seasoning dishes that call for a hot pepper flavor. Plant development, fruit production, and ripening time vary with climate, sunlight, soil conditions, and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Seed House","offers":[{"title":"50 Pcs","offer_id":71656982675709,"sku":"VS-RS-103","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Pcs","offer_id":71656982708477,"sku":"VS-RS-104","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":71656982741245,"sku":"VS-RS-105","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/4335\/8205\/files\/zdX6AEb8ho8z5Zb6FNkPxn_cd3ad874-719e-4101-a79d-04d5e5347527.jpg?v=1792650411","url":"https:\/\/www.indianseedhouse.com\/products\/capsicum-frutescens-plant-seeds-african-cayenne-pepper-for-gardening","provider":"Indian Seed House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}