Cayenne Golden - Seeds

Cayenne Golden – (Capsicum annuum)

Cayenne Golden is a vibrant yellow-gold take on the classic cayenne, delivering brighter color, bigger flavor, and increased heat. These smooth, slender pods grow longer than traditional red cayennes, reaching 4–6 inches and ripening from green to a striking golden yellow. Plants stay compact at around 2.5–3 feet but are highly productive, making them great for containers or in-ground growing. Heat builds as the peppers mature, offering a sharp, lingering burn balanced by subtle sweetness, smokiness, and a light tart note. Fully ripe fruits bring the most intensity. In the kitchen, Cayenne Golden is extremely versatile—excellent fresh in salsas, roasted or grilled, and outstanding when dried and ground into a bold golden powder. Perfect for Cajun, Creole, and Southern dishes, as well as hot sauces and spice blends, this variety is an easy-growing upgrade to standard cayenne with serious flavor payoff.

Heat level: 30,000 to 40,000+(SHU's) – Medium.

Flavor: Sweet & Citrusy.