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I don't know if I'm doing something wrong... (infosec.pub)
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Might be watering them inadequately, missed the peak growing season, which is summer (most likely, though some are still growing) impatient or all of the above but I feel like that's the size they grow, apparently I've read somewhere that they're of the "ornamental" variety which means they're that size when they've matured, but the picture shows a bigger size. They're Thai Dragon Chilies. Unless I wait until next year to see if they grow bigger or to move them to a bigger pot.

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[–] LemmyThinkAboutThat@lemmy.myserv.one 3 points 1 month ago

Oo, Kabayan. Nice to meet you, too.

My aunt wanted me to tell you that if you and your sister ended up liking the ornamental variety, you should consider the dwarf kind especially if you’re looking for a bountiful harvest. The ornamental peppers are more for decorative purposes, will not get bigger and likely not as spicy.

Her peppers died when she went away one weekend and the temperature dropped to 32°F/0°C (all her plants were still outside) and never recovered. The directions on caring for your peppers (or any plant) are more of a guide until your plant is stable, after that it’s up to you to troubleshoot and fortunately you don’t need to.

Is Pinakurat the seafood dish with gata and veggies? Yum, but not as spicy for me, lol. My family is split between spicy and don’t do it.

I’m not a good farmer or gardener but successfully grew okra, spinach, beets, beans and even corn (albeit very small) in the past. Flowers seem to grow well in my crappy dirt. Haven’t done anything in three years because life happens! I really think it’s the stinky rice water that helps them grow – at least that’s what the elders in my family keep saying. It’s fine when your plants are outside but inside the house ?! That’s on you, lol. They do linger…

Keep us posted on your progress. Congrats on your Thai peppers! Best of luck to you as well.