Pepper, Cowhorn
Pepper, Cowhorn (Capsicum annuum ‘Cowhorn’)
Cowhorn pepper is a long, curved heirloom chili named for its distinctive horn-like shape. Known for its bright, slightly sweet flavor and moderate heat, it bridges the gap between frying peppers and hotter chilis. Highly productive and adaptable, it’s a favorite for fresh eating, frying, and pickling, especially in Southern U.S. and Appalachian food traditions.
Key Characteristics
Balanced heat with slightly sweet flavor
Cowhorn peppers typically range from 2,500–10,000 Scoville units, offering a mild to moderate heat. The flavor is bright and slightly sweet, especially when harvested at the red stage, making it versatile for both fresh and cooked applications.
Long, curved fruits ideal for frying and pickling
The slender, tapered peppers can grow 6–10 inches long, often curling like a horn. Their thin-to-medium walls make them excellent for frying, sautéing, and pickling, where they maintain texture and absorb flavors well.
Highly productive heirloom variety
Cowhorn is known for heavy yields and continuous production throughout the season. Plants set fruit reliably and benefit from frequent harvesting, making them a dependable choice for gardeners seeking consistent output.
Adaptable plant for kitchen gardens and polycultures
With a vigorous but manageable growth habit, Cowhorn peppers perform well in raised beds, rows, and containers. They integrate easily with other warm-season crops like tomatoes and basil, thriving in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil.
- Native range: Southern United States (heirloom variety)
- Plant life cycle: Annual
- Sun requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Medium, well-drained, fertile
- Mature height: 24–36 inches
- Bloom time: May – August
- Bloom color: White
- USDA Hardiness zones: Grown as an annual in all zones
For best results, harvest green for a milder flavor or allow fruits to ripen to red for increased sweetness and depth. Regular picking will keep plants producing heavily throughout the growing season.
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Pepper, Cowhorn (Capsicum annuum ‘Cowhorn’)
Cowhorn pepper is a long, curved heirloom chili named for its distinctive horn-like shape. Known for its bright, slightly sweet flavor and moderate heat, it bridges the gap between frying peppers and hotter chilis. Highly productive and adaptable, it’s a favorite for fresh eating, frying, and pickling, especially in Southern U.S. and Appalachian food traditions.
Key Characteristics
Balanced heat with slightly sweet flavor
Cowhorn peppers typically range from 2,500–10,000 Scoville units, offering a mild to moderate heat. The flavor is bright and slightly sweet, especially when harvested at the red stage, making it versatile for both fresh and cooked applications.
Long, curved fruits ideal for frying and pickling
The slender, tapered peppers can grow 6–10 inches long, often curling like a horn. Their thin-to-medium walls make them excellent for frying, sautéing, and pickling, where they maintain texture and absorb flavors well.
Highly productive heirloom variety
Cowhorn is known for heavy yields and continuous production throughout the season. Plants set fruit reliably and benefit from frequent harvesting, making them a dependable choice for gardeners seeking consistent output.
Adaptable plant for kitchen gardens and polycultures
With a vigorous but manageable growth habit, Cowhorn peppers perform well in raised beds, rows, and containers. They integrate easily with other warm-season crops like tomatoes and basil, thriving in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil.
- Native range: Southern United States (heirloom variety)
- Plant life cycle: Annual
- Sun requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Medium, well-drained, fertile
- Mature height: 24–36 inches
- Bloom time: May – August
- Bloom color: White
- USDA Hardiness zones: Grown as an annual in all zones
For best results, harvest green for a milder flavor or allow fruits to ripen to red for increased sweetness and depth. Regular picking will keep plants producing heavily throughout the growing season.
