Thai Dragon peppers are a popular hot pepper variety known for their compact growth, heavy yields, and intense heat. Widely used in Southeast Asian cooking, these peppers are prized for their reliability, bold flavor, and versatility in the kitchen. Grown hydroponically in a controlled environment, our Thai Dragon pepper plants arrive healthy, pest-free, and ready to establish once transplanted. What You’ll Receive Thai Dragon pepper plant hydroponically grown in rockwool (no soil) Plant height at shipping: Approx. 4” 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 Thai Dragon Pepper Thai Dragon is a Capsicum annuum variety valued for its upright-growing pods, prolific harvests, and strong heat. Plants remain relatively compact, typically growing around 2 feet tall, but can produce hundreds of slender peppers over the growing season. Peppers usually grow 2–4 inches long, forming clusters of upward-facing pods. While similar in appearance to cayenne peppers, Thai Dragons are significantly hotter and deliver a bright, spicy heat with subtle fruity notes. Heat Level: Hot (significantly hotter than cayenne) Flavor: Spicy, slightly fruity, and bold Pepper Appearance: Slender red pods growing upright in clusters Culinary Use: Drying, chili powder, flakes, stir-fries, sauces, and fresh use Growing & Care Information Grower Experience Level: Intermediate Growth Habit: Compact, upright, and highly productive plant Mature Plant Size: Approximately 2 feet tall Pepper Pod Size: Typically 2–4 inches long Days to Maturity: Approximately 70–85 days from transplant Ways to Grow: In-ground garden beds, raised garden beds, and containers with proper drainage If you’d prefer to start from seed, we also offer Thai Dragon 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.