Pepper - Drops Of Fire

Minimum Seed Count: 10

The Drops of Fire pepper earns its name from the small, flame-shaped pods that dangle like glowing embers on compact, bushy plants. The fruits start out a creamy white/green and ripen to brilliant shades of orange-red, creating a stunning display that’s as ornamental as it is spicy. Despite their tiny size, these peppers pack a serious punch — bursting with heat and a hint of fruity sharpness typical of Thai or ornamental hot peppers. Perfect for hot sauces, stir-fries, or drying into flakes, this variety brings both visual and culinary fire to your garden.

Heat Level: 🌶️ 50,000–100,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) — similar to Thai or Cayenne peppers.
Flavor: Hot, crisp, slightly fruity with a fast burn.
Plant Type: Compact, highly productive, and ornamental.

🌱 Planting Guide:

Soil:
Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with a pH between 6.0–6.8. Mix in compost or aged manure before transplanting.

Starting Seeds:

• Start Indoors: 8–10 weeks before your last frost date.

• Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C).

• Germination Time: 7–14 days.

Transplanting:
Transplant after danger of frost once night temps stay above 55°F (13°C).
Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 2–3 feet apart.

Light Requirements:
Full sun (6–8 hours daily). These love heat and sunshine.

Watering:
Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer to dry slightly between watering to prevent root rot.

Fertilizing:
Feed with a balanced fertilizer (5-5-5) during early growth, then switch to a bloom formula higher in potassium and phosphorus once flowering begins.

Days to Maturity:
About 80–100 days from transplant to harvest.

Harvest:
Pick when peppers turn fully red or orange-red for maximum flavor and heat. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit production.