Botanical profile

Cajun Belle hot chili pepper

Latin name
Capsicum annuum 'Cajun Belle'
Type
Annual fruit (hot, mild to moderate pepper)
Family
Solanaceae

A unique variety that combines the appearance of a miniature bell pepper with the subtle heat of a hot chili pepper. Its short, slightly ribbed fruits turn from green to orange-red when ripe. It offers a rich, mild flavor at first with a moderate heat buildup, ideal for those who like a little kick without being burned. Highly productive, compact, and ornamental, it can be grown in pots or in the ground. Perfect for sauces, marinades, or stuffed on the BBQ!

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Regular — avoid excess water but do not let it dry out
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Companion plants
Basil, tomatoes, carrots
Plants to avoid
Beans, cabbages
Spacing
30 to 45 cm between plants, 60 cm between rows
Harvest period
July to October

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.