Thai Dragon
Capsicum annuum
Spicy HOT! Unlike some other hot pepper varieties that tend to droop, Thai Dragon pepper plants are loaded with clusters of slender red hot chile peppers that point up above the green leaves on short 40cm (16") sturdy plants. The decorative appeal of these plants make them ideal for container gardening. At the end of the summer, if some peppers are still on the plant, pull it up and hang indoors as a decoration or for some spicy Southeast Asian recipes. These peppers dry very well for long storage, and they keep their heat. 50,000 - 100,000 SHU's.
Matures in 85 days. (open pollinated seeds)
Thai Dragon Chile Peppers are Spicy Hot!
Submitted by
Kristi on
November 02, 2009
Overall Rating : 
5 out of 5 (Overall Rating)
It's November, and my Thai Dragon chile pepper plants are still alive and well. I have brought the containers indoors due to the cooler weather, hoping to prolonging the lives of these beautiful plants.
I'm new to growing hot peppers on the West Coast, and was surprised that it took until October for the peppers on these plants to come into colour and flavour. But I've been told that this is normal for hot peppers grown on the West Coast, so don't be surprised if you have to wait for longer than anticipated to grow spicy hot peppers.
Thai Dragon pepper plants produce heavily and have a vibrant and decorative appearance that is reminiscent of Christmas. Pinch the top of your pepper plants to make the plant bushier - ideal for container gardening. The peppers dehydrate well hung up as mini ristras and taste great when marinated whole for cooking. |
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| Reviewer Information |
| Location: |
Delta, BC |
| Would recommend: |
Yes |
| Type of gardening: |
Containers |
| Gardening skill: |
Beginner |
| Types of plants: |
Vegetables |
| Gardening experience: |
1-5 years |
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