{"product_id":"hot-pepper-small-red-chili-seeds","title":"Hot Pepper Small Red Chili Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall red chili peppers (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e) are the compact, fiery little pods used in kitchens around the world for dried flakes, chili oil, and quick heat. These small red chili pepper seeds grow into tidy, ornamental-yet-edible plants covered in slender 1–3 inch pods that ripen glossy red with a sharp, clean heat (about 30,000–50,000 Scoville). They dry beautifully for year-round use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for cooks who love making their own chili flakes and infused oils, and gardeners wanting a compact, decorative hot pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Sow 1\/4 inch deep in warm soil at 75–85°F; germination takes 10–21 days. Transplant after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Grow as an annual; best in USDA zones 4–11 and excellent in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePods mature in about 75–85 days from transplant. Pick when fully red and let the thin-walled pods dry on the plant or a screen for grinding into flakes. Harvest often to keep the plants productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese little chilies are perfect for drying into crushed red pepper flakes, steeping into chili oil, and adding whole to stir-fries, pickles, and sauces. Strings of drying pods also make a decorative kitchen display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot are small red chilies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHot—about 30,000–50,000 Scoville, similar to cayenne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I dry them for flakes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—the thin walls dry quickly, making them ideal for crushed red pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they grow well in pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, their compact size makes them great for containers and sunny windowsills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/small-red-chili-pepper\"\u003eHow to Grow Small Red Chili Pepper From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012856635599,"sku":"ORIPHS_07_17","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Hot-Pepper-Small-Red-Chili-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266656640.png?v=1783373041","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/hot-pepper-small-red-chili-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}