{"product_id":"cayenne-pepper-live-plant","title":"Cayenne Pepper Live Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCayenne Pepper Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCayenne pepper is a productive, heat-loving plant that grows long, slender peppers that ripen from green to bright red. The peppers have a bold, spicy flavor and can be enjoyed fresh, cooked, dried, or ground into homemade cayenne pepper powder. It is a beautiful and useful addition to vegetable gardens, patios, and sunny container gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse cayenne peppers to add heat to sauces, soups, chili, marinades, salsa, seasoning blends, hot sauce, and infused oils. The peppers can also be dried whole, crushed into pepper flakes, or ground into powder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Outdoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow in fertile, well-draining soil or a large outdoor container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, but never soggy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace plants approximately 18–24 inches apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed periodically with a fertilizer formulated for vegetables or peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide support with a small stake or cage as the plant becomes loaded with peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect the plant from frost and temperatures below 50°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Indoors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace near your brightest south-facing window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor reliable flowering and pepper production, use a grow light for approximately 12–14 hours daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in a container with drainage holes that is at least 3–5 gallons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater when the top inch of soil feels dry and allow excess water to drain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the plant in a warm area away from cold drafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen flowers appear, gently shake the plant or brush the flowers to help with indoor pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCayenne peppers can be harvested while green for a fresher, slightly milder flavor or left on the plant until bright red for fuller flavor and heat. Cut peppers from the plant with clean scissors rather than pulling them from the stems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cayenne peppers and their seeds can irritate the skin and eyes. Wear gloves when cutting or processing them, wash your hands thoroughly, and keep them away from children and pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant appearance and size may vary naturally. Each plant is locally grown with care by Wild Fern Apothecary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wild Fern Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":49154742648932,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":49154742681700,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Cell Nursery","offer_id":49154742714468,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/3276\/9892\/files\/image_90ec8164-a959-4297-98d1-fa03924f06ca.png?v=1788574073","url":"https:\/\/wildfernapothecary.com\/products\/cayenne-pepper-live-plant","provider":"Wild Fern Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}