Candy Cane – the striped chilli sensation
What makes Candy Cane special
Candy Cane is a unique and visually striking chilli variety with beautifully striped pods reminiscent of candy canes. But don’t be fooled by the sweet name – there is a distinct chilli sting here!
Background and name
The name Candy Cane comes from the look of the fruit, whose red and white stripes bring Christmas sweets to mind. The variety was developed as a decorative but fully edible chilli, and is appreciated for both flavour and looks.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant reaches about 50–70 cm and is compact in shape. The pods are small, elongated and hanging, and ripen from green to creamy white and then red-striped at full ripeness. A very productive variety that suits pots excellently.
The plant is slightly variegated which makes it very beautiful
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 5,000 – 7,000 SHU
Flavour and uses
Mild to medium-hot with a fresh, grassy flavour. Suits salads, pickling or as a decoration on the plate. Gives a subtle heat without taking over.
Ways to use Candy Cane
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Colourful in salads or pasta dishes
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Decorative in preserves and pickles
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Perfect as a table chilli for the whole family
How to grow Candy Cane
Candy Cane belongs to Capsicum annuum. Sow your chilli seeds between February and April. An easy-to-grow variety that works excellently in a pot or on a balcony. Fast-growing and heavy-bearing.
A real conversation starter – grow it for the sake of both flavour and looks!
The price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost or peat pellets and keep warm, at about 25–30°C for best germination The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator helps to keep the air humid. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20°C and take them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For best results, soak the seeds inGrowhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing
