{"product_id":"thai-hot-pepper-seeds-30-heirloom-spicy-chili-seeds-for-planting","title":"Thai Hot Pepper Seeds – 30 Heirloom Spicy Chili Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eThai Hot Pepper is a compact, high-yielding heirloom chili prized for its intense heat and prolific pod production. The small, pointed fruits mature from green to bright red and are a staple in Southeast Asian cuisine, perfect for fresh salsas, stir-fries, curries, and drying. Plants grow bushy and well-branched, making them an excellent choice for container gardens, raised beds, and small-space growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese heirloom seeds offer a rewarding growing experience for gardeners who enjoy bold flavor and ornamental appeal. The vigorous plants set abundant peppers throughout the season, and the colorful fruits add visual interest to both vegetable and ornamental plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit suitable for containers and small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-yielding plants produce numerous small, pointed chili peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruits mature from green to vibrant red with intense heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety ideal for fresh use, drying, and Southeast Asian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive ornamental value in garden beds and patio pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual pepper (perennial in frost-free climates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11 as perennial; grown as annual elsewhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist at 75-85°F (24-29°C) for reliable germination. Provide bright light once seedlings emerge. Harden off young plants gradually before transplanting outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet plants in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, and mulch to conserve moisture. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest peppers when they reach full size and desired color; frequent picking encourages continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e30 Thai Hot Pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835985068342,"sku":"FOLIA2-1538","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6510008978_b3x4.jpg?v=1793096887","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/thai-hot-pepper-seeds-30-heirloom-spicy-chili-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}