Thai Bird
- Brand: Petrolia Bloom Co.
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Thai Bird is a classic small, slender chili used throughout Southeast Asian cooking. The thin pods ripen from green to red and deliver a sharp, clean heat.Plants are bushy and very productive, setting large numbers of small pods that are held upright. The type tolerates hot, humid weather well.Plant DetailsBotanical...
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Thai Bird is a classic small, slender chili used throughout Southeast Asian cooking. The thin pods ripen from green to red and deliver a sharp, clean heat.
Plants are bushy and very productive, setting large numbers of small pods that are held upright. The type tolerates hot, humid weather well.
Plant Details
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Bushy and upright (medium height)
Foliage: Green
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18")
Container friendly: Yes; performs well in medium to large containers
Support: Usually not needed
Fruit and Harvest
Pods are small and thin, about 2.5–5 cm (1–2") long, ripening from green to bright red. Harvest at either stage; red pods are fully ripe and dry well.
Heat level: Hot (50,000–100,000 SHU)
Excellent for:
- Thai and Southeast Asian dishes
- Stir-fries
- Hot sauce
- Drying and chili flakes
- Infused oils
Why Buy a Starter Plant?
Starting with an established plant provides:
- Earlier harvest in northern climates
- Faster establishment and vigorous growth
- Reliable production for longer-season peppers
Grown With Care
Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.
Well suited for: containers, sunny patios and gardeners who cook Asian dishes.
