Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden
Cayenne Ring of Fire Chilli
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The Ring of Fire Cayenne is a fast-maturing, extremely productive variety of cayenne chilli pepper known for its intense heat and early harvest. It is a compact but vigorous plant that produces abundant, slender, glossy red chillies with a fiery punch — typically reaching 70,000–85,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), hotter than many standard cayenne types. Its earliness and hardiness make it a favourite.
The Ring of Fire Cayenne is a must-grow for chilli enthusiasts looking for a fast-maturing, compact, and highly productive pepper with searing heat and excellent flavour. Whether grown in the ground or pots, it rewards gardeners with abundant fiery red chillies perfect for fresh use, drying, or spicing up any dish.
| Quantity of Seeds | 10 seeds per packet |
| Origin | Southern USA, specifically bred from classic cayennes of South American countries like French Guiana. |
| Genus | Capsicum Annuum |
| Scoville Rating/Heat Level | 70,000–85,000 SHU, hotter than standard cayenne varieties. |
| Plant Size | Typically 45–60 cm (18–24 inches). Compact, bushy, and upright. Medium green, narrow leaves. Small, white, star-shaped flowers. Very high yield; one plant can produce dozens of fruits throughout the season. |
| Pod Size |
Slender, slightly curved pods, typically 8–10 cm (3–4 inches) long and 1–1.5 cm (0.5 inch) wide. Green when immature → turns bright, glossy red at full ripeness. Thin-walled, making them excellent for drying. |
| Flavour | Classic cayenne flavour — bright, slightly smoky, and fruity with a sharp, clean heat. Excellent for fresh use, drying for powder or flakes, making hot sauces, adding to stir-fries, or infusing oils and vinegars. |
| Growing Conditions |
Sow seeds about ¼ inch (0.6 cm) deep in light, well-draining seed-starting mix. Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date. Optimal soil temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F); using a heat mat improves success. Cover trays with plastic wrap or a humidity dome to maintain moisture and warmth; ventilate daily. Once seedlings have 4–6 true leaves and outdoor temperatures consistently exceed 15°C (59°F), harden off the plants over 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors. Plant 45–60 cm (18–24 inches) apart in rows about 60–75 cm (24–30 inches) apart. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Apply a balanced fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) every 3–4 weeks or a high-potassium fertilizer as fruits begin to develop. |
All plants are grown on our farm in Norfolk, UK and are grown in an open pollinated area.
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