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Harvested Hot Peppers #924235

Asked February 04, 2026, 4:21 PM EST

How long do harvested hot pepper last? Month or years? Image color and smell seems fine.

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

I don't believe I have ever seen any information with these circumstances. However, I believe that would depend on whether they had been dried and then how stored.  Dehydrated peppers can last a very long time; as long as all moisture is removed and they are stored in a closed container that keeps moisture out.  Although, it is common to string them up in a well ventilated area where air movement will continue to dry them and help prevent mold  They will eventually lose flavor when exposed for a length  of time.
Barbara, Anoka County MG, TCA Replied February 04, 2026, 10:13 PM EST
Thank you. 



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-------- Original message --------
From: Ask Extension
Date: 2/4/26 9:13 PM (GMT-06:00)
To: Katie Simon
Subject: Re: Harvested Hot Peppers (#0194151)

The Question Asker Replied February 06, 2026, 11:00 PM EST

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