Thai Dragon Chilli Pepper Plant – Live Plant in 2Ltr Root Ball

Grow your own fiery chillies at home with this Thai Dragon Chilli Pepper plant. A popular and prolific variety originating from South-East Asia, Thai Dragon produces an abundance of slender, upright fruits that ripen from green to a vibrant red. Known for their intense heat and rich flavour, these chillies are a staple in Thai, Vietnamese and other Asian cuisines – perfect for stir-fries, curries, sauces and drying.

Thai Dragon is a compact, bushy plant that performs well in containers, grow bags, greenhouses, conservatories and sheltered sunny spots outdoors. It is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow their own hot peppers, whether you are a beginner or an experienced grower.

What's Included:

• 1 x Thai Dragon Chilli Pepper Plant supplied in a 2Ltr Root Ball

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum 'Thai Dragon'


• Common Names: Thai Dragon Chilli, Thai Hot Pepper


• Classification: Half-Hardy Annual


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 45–60 cm x 30–45 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright


• Perfect For: Containers, Patio Pots, Grow Bags, Greenhouses, Conservatories, Sheltered Sunny Borders


• Flowering Time: Summer


• Fruiting Season: Mid-Summer to Autumn


• Planting Position: Full Sun – Warm, Sheltered Spot


• Heat Level: Hot (approximately 50,000–100,000 Scoville Heat Units)


• Fruit Description: Slender, Pointed Pods (approximately 7–8 cm), Ripening Green to Red


• Watering: Keep Soil Consistently Moist but Not Waterlogged


• Feeding: Regular Feeding with a High-Potash Fertiliser Once Fruits Begin to Set


• Soil Type: Well-Drained, Fertile Compost


• Attracts: Pollinators

Growing Tips:

• Position in the warmest, sunniest spot available for the best fruit production.


• If growing outdoors, wait until all risk of frost has passed before planting out.


• Pinch out the growing tip when the plant reaches approximately 30 cm to encourage bushier growth and more fruit.


• Water regularly and feed with a tomato-type fertiliser once flowers appear.


• Harvest chillies as they turn red for maximum heat and flavour, or pick green for a milder taste.

Please Note: As this is a live plant, appearance may vary slightly depending on the time of year and stage of growth. Images are for illustrative purposes.