vegetable variety in zone 5b
Thai Hot hot pepper in zone 5b
Thai Hot · Capsicum species
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 70 to 110
The verdict
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About Thai Hot
Sharp clean heat (50,000-100,000 SHU), small red upright pods; drying, fresh in stir-fry, infused oils. Compact plant, ornamental as well as productive.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Thai Hot in adjacent zones
Other hot pepper varieties for zone 5b
- Cayenne
Sharp clean heat (30,000-50,000 SHU), thin red pod; drying, ground powder, sauces. Productive, easy to dry on …
- Jalapeño
Medium heat (2,500-8,000 SHU), grassy-bright flavor; thick-walled green pepper. Fresh, pickled, smoked into ch…
- Poblano
Mild-medium heat (1,000-2,000 SHU) with rich earthy flavor; large dark green wall. Stuffed (chiles rellenos), …
Frequently asked questions
- Will Thai Hot hot pepper grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Thai Hot is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 9a, which includes zone 5b.
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Image: "Capsicum annuum var. Fiesta - MHNT", by PierreSelim, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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