{"product_id":"chilli-small-thai-birds-eye","title":"CHILLI-SMALL THAI-BIRDS EYE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Small Thai-Birds Eye Chilli\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Small Thai Bird's Eye pepper plants prefer warm, sunny locations with well-draining soil. Make sure the location you choose has at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date in your area.  If the weather is warm enough outside you can direct sow seeds.  Otherwise sow the seeds in seed trays or pots filled with seed compost.  Then cover with a plastic wrap or propagator lid to maintain humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTransplant seedlings outside once the seedlings have grown to about 7-10cm tall and have at least two sets of true leaves.  They can be transplanted into larger pots or directly into the garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater regularly to maintain moisture but do not overwater.  Water the plants when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilise them every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertiliser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvide support if you Chili peppers decides to grow beyond its usual size. Generally they grow as a bush plant, however, they can get tall and heavy with fruit. Stake them for support when necessary as they grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKeep Pest and Disease in check for issues such as aphids, whiteflies and spider mites, and diseases such as powdery mildew and blight. Use organic pest control methods if possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHarvest when the Small Thai Bird's Eye peppers are ready at about 75-90 days after transplanting, depending on the variety. The peppers will change colour from green to red when they are fully ripe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Small Thai Birds Eye Chilli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\nThai Birds Eye Chilli, also known as Prik Kee Noo (in Thailand), is native to Southeast Asia and commonly used in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines. It is believed the chilli was introduced to Thailand by Portuguese traders during the 16th century.  Now cultivated in many parts of the world it is a popular ingredient in various dishes and sauces. The larger seeded variety of Thai Birds Eye Chilli (Capsicum frutescens) is used more often in salads whereas the small Thai Birds Eye Chilli is used in curried, stir fries and soups adding a spicy kick to thrill the pallet.","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020572770676,"sku":"CITBE-A","price":3.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/CHILLI-THAI_BIRDS_EYE-SMALL.webp?v=1785570471","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/chilli-small-thai-birds-eye","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}