Red Ember

Pepper

Zone 13a Save Garden

🌱 75d to harvest Upright

Sun-warmed and vivid, Red Ember peppers glow with a fiery, ember-red sheen and a bright, cayenne-sharp bite that builds from firs…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Nov 13th
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Feb 26th
Harvest Begins	May 12th
Harvest Ends	—

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Capsicum annuum (Long Red Cayenne type) and how do I control it?

A frequent problem is aphids and thrips, which can stunt plants and spread viruses in hot weather. Check undersides of leaves weekly; spray affected plants with insecticidal soap, and remove heavily infested foliage early. If you see wilting with gray moldy spots, improve airflow and avoid overhead watering—then remove affected leaves to limit spread.

How often should I water Capsicum annuum during the main growing phase?

During flowering and fruit set, water deeply about 1–2 times per week, keeping the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Aim for about 1 inch of water weekly total, increasing slightly in peak heat and reducing if the top 1 inch of soil stays wet. Mulch helps stabilize moisture, but never let peppers sit in waterlogged soil.

How can I tell when my Red Ember peppers (Capsicum annuum) are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are fully elongated and firm, typically about 70–75 days after transplant for this type, and turn their mature red color. Pick individual peppers at peak color—green-to-red transition should be complete on the fruits you harvest. If left too long, quality can drop and plants may slow new fruit production.

Sun-warmed and vivid, Red Ember peppers glow with a fiery, ember-red sheen and a bright, cayenne-sharp bite that builds from first spark to lingering warmth. At maturity they hang in tidy, upright clusters, with smooth, tapered skins that feel crisp and resilient—ideal for turning into bold flavor accents. Grow Red Ember for a steady harvest that shines in dried flakes, hot sauces, and quick pickling brines where its clean heat and vivid color really stand out.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Expert Note

For the quickest, most uniform harvest, start pepper seeds warm (around 80°F), then transplant only when soil is reliably warm and night temps stay above ~50°F.