Mild Cayenne Peppers: Seed Mix-Up or Growing Conditions?

Introduction

Cayennes should be hot; if not, check seed source and culture.

Possible Seed Mix-Up

Wrong variety planted.

Allow Longer Maturity

Let ripen fully red.

Reduce Watering

Cut back water.

Fertilize Every 15 Days

Balanced feed biweekly.

Conclusion

Verify seed, ripen longer, water less, fertilize biweekly for hot cayennes.