Cherry Hot peppers, also known as Cherry Bomb peppers, are an early-maturing variety prized for their compact growth, thick-walled fruit, and bold flavor. These plants are especially popular with home gardeners thanks to their reliability and versatility in the kitchen. Grown hydroponically in a controlled environment, our Cherry Hot pepper plants arrive healthy, pest-free, and ready to establish once transplanted. What You’ll Receive Cherry Hot pepper plant hydroponically grown in rockwool (no soil) Plant height at shipping: Approx. 4–6” tall Actively growing with a strong, well-developed root system Care instructions included Bonus: 4-pack orders include a FREE sample compost tea fertilizer Because our plants are grown hydroponically, they will require an adjustment period and it will take a few weeks for them to acclimate when transplanted into soil or containers. To learn more about our methods and to ensure success, review the sections below Our Live Plant Growing & Shipping Process and When Your Live Pepper Plants Arrive. About the Cherry Hot Pepper The Cherry Hot is a Capsicum annuum variety known for its round, cherry-shaped pods and balanced heat. Plants typically grow around 2–2.5 feet tall and produce abundant 1–2 inch thick-walled peppers that ripen from green to bright red. Flavor is slightly sweet with a medium kick, making Cherry Hot peppers ideal for fresh use and preserving. Their thick walls also make them a favorite for stuffing and pickling. Heat Level: Mild to medium (approximately 5,000–15,000 Scoville Heat Units) Flavor: Sweet, rich, and moderately spicy Pepper Appearance: Small, round red peppers with thick walls Culinary Use: Pickling, stuffing, fresh use, cooking, and preserving Growing & Care Information Grower Experience Level: Intermediate Growth Habit: Compact, productive plant Mature Plant Size: Approximately 2–2.5 feet tall Pepper Pod Size: Typically 1–2 inches long Days to Maturity: Approximately 65–80 days from transplant Ways to Grow: In-ground garden beds, raised beds, and containers with proper drainage If you’d prefer to start from seed, we also offer Cherry Hot pepper seeds and seed starting supplies, a great option for growers who enjoy raising plants from the very beginning or planning ahead for future seasons.