Chili pepper 'Corne de Chevre'

Capsicum annuum longum group

How to grow Chili pepper 'Corne de Chevre'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Corne de Chevre is thought of as half hardy, so it will need protecting in periods of cold weather. Planting Corne de Chevre in loamy and sandy soil with a ph of between 7.0 and 8.5 is ideal for as it does best in neutral soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Corne de Chevre from seed

Aim to sow 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Corne de Chevre about 38 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Corne de Chevre

As Corne de Chevre is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Corne de Chevre