**Kung Pao**, **Dragon**, and **Cayennetta** cayenne pepper varieties ### Kung Pao Cayenne Pepper - **Latin Name**: *Capsicum annuum* - **Heat Level**: Medium (Scoville: 7,000 ? 12,000) - **Description**: The Kung Pao Cayenne is perfect for those who enjoy Asian-inspired dishes. These long, slender peppers reach up to 6 inches in length and ripen from green to a striking red, with a slightly wrinkled texture. Known for its reliable productivity, this plant offers an abundance of spicy peppers that are ideal for stir-fries, sauces, and drying for chili flakes. Its medium heat adds a nice kick to dishes without being overly intense. - **Days to Maturity**: 85-95 days - **Plant Size**: 18-24 inches tall - **Uses**: Excellent for stir-frying, making sauces, or drying for chili powder, especially in Asian cuisine. ### Dragon Cayenne Pepper - **Latin Name**: *Capsicum annuum* - **Heat Level**: Medium-High (Scoville: 20,000 ? 50,000) - **Description**: Dragon Cayenne is a fiery variety that offers intense heat in slender, glossy red fruits. These peppers grow to 4-6 inches long and ripen from green to red, producing high yields throughout the season. Dragon Cayenne peppers are ideal for drying into cayenne powder or using fresh in salsas and hot sauces. With a bold, robust heat, this variety is perfect for those who like their dishes on the spicier side. - **Days to Maturity**: 75-85 days - **Plant Size**: 24-36 inches tall - **Uses**: Perfect for making hot sauce, drying for cayenne powder, or spicing up salsas and sauces. ### Cayennetta Cayenne Pepper - **Latin Name**: *Capsicum annuum* - **Heat Level**: Mild to Medium (Scoville: 3,000 ? 4,000) - **Description**: Cayennetta is an award-winning, compact cayenne pepper variety known for its ornamental appeal and abundant production of mild to medium-heat peppers. These small, slender fruits grow 2-3 inches long and ripen from green to bright red. The plant itself has a bushy, upright habit and thrives in containers or small garden spaces. Cayennetta?s milder heat makes it perfect for those who prefer a gentle spice, while still offering enough kick for culinary uses. - **Days to Maturity**: 60-70 days - **Plant Size**: 12-18 inches tall - **Uses**: Great for fresh eating, adding mild spice to dishes, or drying for a mild chili powder. These three varieties provide a fantastic range of heat levels, from mild to bold, catering to all types of culinary needs and garden spaces. Tart Smoky Intense Heat Flavor