A very nice variety with very good taste plants grow very well in cooler climates with very good yields of long first green then orange to ripen red. Pods make very good powder and are also great for salads and pickling.This is a variety we have developed here at Atlantic pepper seeds to do well in the cool Canadian climate. This is a must grow variety we grow this variety every year we use pods in many ways but the most is as a powder base 

C.Annuum

SHU 0-500

APS CAYENNE SWEET - The Gentle Spice

**Basic Info**  

Species: *Capsicum annuum*  

Origin: Atlantic Pepper Seeds (APS)  

Heat: Sweet (0-500 SHU)  

Type: Cayenne-shaped, non-heat variety  

**Story**  

The APS Cayenne Sweet is a testament to the versatility of pepper breeding - it captures the iconic elongated shape of traditional cayenne peppers while eliminating all heat. This variety was developed for cooks who love the form and flavor of cayenne but prefer zero spiciness.  

Historically, cayenne peppers have been a staple in global cuisines, from French *cayenne powder* to African *shito* sauce. The APS Sweet variant preserves the classic tapered shape and thick walls that make cayennes so useful, but with a completely sweet flavor profile. The pods mature to a vibrant red, offering the same visual appeal as their hot counterparts while providing a mild, slightly tangy sweetness.  

What makes this variety particularly valuable is its adaptability. The thick walls hold up well to cooking, making them perfect for roasting, stuffing, or drying into sweet pepper flakes. In Mediterranean cuisine, they're often fried as appetizers, while in American kitchens, they're a staple for adding color and mild flavor to salads and sandwiches.  

For gardeners, the APS Cayenne Sweet offers reliable production even in less-than-ideal conditions. The plants are compact and disease-resistant, producing continuous harvests of 4-6 inch pods. Unlike some sweet varieties that lack depth of flavor, this one maintains a subtle complexity that distinguishes it from mere bell pepper substitutes.  

**Plant**  

Medium size (2-3 feet), upright, productive with excellent branching.  

**Pods**  

4-6 inches long, bright red when ripe, thick-walled, cayenne-shaped.  

**Flavor**  

Sweet, slightly tangy, zero heat.  

**Kitchen**  

Roasting, stuffing, frying, dried for sweet flakes.  

**Growing Tips**  

- 70-85 days to maturity  

- Full sun (6-7 hours)  

- Zones 5-11 (adaptable)  

- Well-draining soil, moderate watering  

**Culinary Uses**  

- Roasted for sweet pepper paste  

- Fried as appetizers  

- Dried for sweet pepper flakes  

**Common Questions**  

Q: Will it cross-pollinate with hot cayenne?  

A: Yes, but offspring will remain sweet unless crossed with hot varieties.  

Q: How does it compare to bell peppers?  

A: Thinner walls but similar sweetness with elongated shape.  

Q: Best harvest time?  

A: When pods reach full red color and firm texture.  

Q: Can it grow in containers?  

A: Yes, in 5+ gallon pots with adequate sunlight.