Chilli 'Thai Hot' Seeds
Capsicum annuum 'Thai Hot'
Don’t be fooled by their size. Chilli ‘Thai Hot’ plants produce masses of small, fiery chillies with authentic Thai heat. Compact and highly productive, they’re ideal for pots, balconies or sunny windowsills, delivering bold flavour for Asian cooking all summer long.
Approx 5 seeds
- Hot Spice
- Grow Your Own
- Grows Inside
- Pot Fans
Chilli 'Thai Hot' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Thai Hot chilli seeds produce fiery, slender peppers ideal for adding heat to dishes. Sow from March to September, either directly outdoors or in pots. They thrive in full sun with well-drained soil and require regular watering. Harvest peppers once fully red and firm for best flavour.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Chilli 'Thai Hot' Seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil, space plants 30cm apart
- Water:Regular, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:Peppers ready 70–90 days after sowing, pick when red and firm
- Best for:Pots, greenhouse, sunny borders
Chilli 'Thai Hot' is a compact chilli variety prized for its intense heat and abundant yield. Perfect for growing in pots or small gardens, it delivers up to 250 fiery chillies that bring authentic Asian flavours to your kitchen. Easy to grow and rewarding, this chilli is a must-have for spice lovers.
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Grow in Your Garden
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How to Grow
Start Thai Hot chilli seeds indoors from January to April in a warm, well-lit environment to ensure reliable germination. Once seedlings grow strong enough, pot them on into 25 cm containers and move them outdoors after the last frost has passed, ideal for window boxes or balconies.
Sowing
Sow the Thai Hot chilli seeds indoors during the late winter to early spring months, as this longer growing season supports their development. Maintaining warmth and light during germination is crucial for healthy seedlings.
Growing
Pot on seedlings as they develop to accommodate their eventual height of 0.5 m and spread of 0.3 m. Growing these chillies in full sun with good drainage encourages robust growth, making them well-suited to containers or garden beds.
Plant care
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but well-drained, especially during the active growing months from May to October. Pinch early growth to promote a bushier plant and feed lightly once flowering begins to support heavy fruiting. Harvest chillies regularly to encourage continued cropping and protect plants from cold by moving containers indoors if frost threatens.
About Chilli 'Thai Hot'
Chilli ‘Thai Hot’ is a compact, high-yield chilli variety that thrives in pots, patios, and sunny windowsills. Despite its small size, each plant can produce up to 250 fiery chillies, delivering intense heat and authentic Thai flavour. Easy to grow and highly productive, it’s ideal for home cooks who want reliable, homegrown spice throughout the summer.
- Hot Spice
- Grow Your Own
- Grows Inside
- Pot Fans
Eventual height & spread
History of Chilli 'Thai Hot'
Originating from Southeast Asia, Thai chillies are celebrated for their sharp heat and distinct flavour. They thrive in sunny spots and well-drained soil. Growing your own means fresher, more flavourful chillies to enhance your cooking.
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FAQs
Thai hot chillies typically measure 50,000–100,000 Scoville, making them significantly hotter than jalapeños and ideal for spicy Asian dishes.
Sow indoors from January to April for the longest growing season and best yields.
Chillies are usually ready to harvest 70–90 days after sowing, once fruits turn bright red.