Wildcat Hybrid Cayenne Pepper

Wildcat Hybrid Cayenne Pepper Seeds grow a 2023 AAS Winner that takes cayenne peppers to the next level. This extra-large variety produces numerous 8–12 inch fruits with thick, fleshy walls that rival its competitors in size and quality. The compact, high-yielding plants are praised for their vigorous growth and excellent cayenne flavor, making Wildcat a standout in the hot pepper patch.

Each straight, uniform pepper offers a rich, smoky flavor with peppery sweetness and mild heat ranging from about 500 to 1500 Scoville units. That makes Wildcat a versatile choice for gardeners who want cayenne character without overwhelming heat. With an even growth habit and easy-to-harvest fruits, it’s an excellent option for fresh use, drying, pickling, and adding gentle spice to a wide variety of dishes.

If you’re looking for a productive, garden-friendly cayenne, Wildcat Hybrid Cayenne Pepper Seeds are an ideal pick. The plants thrive in full sun, deliver 20–25 thick-walled fruits per plant, and bring both flavor and visual appeal to beds, borders, and containers—all with the added confidence of an AAS-winning pedigree.

• Days to Maturity: 80 Days
• Sow Method: Start Indoors
• Sowing Depth: ¼ Inch
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 Inches in Rows, 12 Inches Between Plants
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun
• Plant Height: 3–4 Feet
• Fruit Type: Cayenne Pepper
• Fruit Weight: 2–3 Ounces
• Fruit Size: 8–12 Inches
• Fruit Shape: Long, Straight
• Heat Level: 500–1500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
• Growth Habit: Upright, Compact
• Hardiness Zones: Zones 5-10
• Resistance To:
  • Potato Virus Y
  • Tomato Mosaic Virus
    
• Best Uses: Fresh Eating, Stuffing, Salsas, Pickling, Roasting

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