Hot Pepper 'Thai Dragon' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
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GH2230
Thai Dragon peppers are easily dried on the plant or after being picked, and can be hung indoors as ornamental pieces at the end of summer, while also being reserved for spicy culinary creations.
50,000-100,000 SHU. The Thai Dragon pepper, also known as the Thai Volcano offers a blend of incredible flavor and spice. The peppers themselves are 2-4 inches long, thin, curved, and bright red, adding a decorative flair to homes, porches, or gardens. Transitioning from green to bright red upon ripening. This variety is celebrated for its fruity fiery flavors and substantial heat, making it an ideal addition to Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, and Chinese dishes, and a must-grow for enthusiasts of spicy Asian-style cuisine, offering versatility in preservation methods including freezing, pickling, or drying for long-term storage. Non-Isolated.
| Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
|---|---|
| Seeds Per Pack | 10 |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
| Heat (Scoville Heat Units) | 50,000-99,999 SHU |
| Pepper Color | Green changing to red |
| Pepper Shape | Tapered |
| Pepper Size | Small (under 2in. in length) |
| Pepper Usage | Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads), Pickling |
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