About This Pepper
Purple Cayenne is ornamental variety that starts purple and ripens to red, offering same heat (30,000-50,000 SHU) as standard cayenne. The purple foliage and fruits make it popular ornamental plant. Despite decorative value, it’s fully edible and makes excellent powder or hot sauce. Some growers report slightly sweeter flavor when purple. The plants are compact and beautiful, perfect for container growing. A conversation piece that delivers both beauty and heat.
Flavor Profile
Cayenne heat with slight sweetness
Culinary Uses
Decorative, powder, hot sauces
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Growing Information
Difficulty
Easy
Days to Harvest
70-80 days
Plant Height
24-36 inches