Small but powerful, Bonnie Plants Dragon Cayenne Hot Pepper brings the heat. These blazing red peppers measure 30,000-50,000 Scoville Heat Units even when young. Use the cayenne pepper fresh, canned, pickled, or dried to add a kick to mealtime. You can even add one to a bottle of your favorite oil or vinegar to infuse it with a burst of fiery flavor. The fruit pods start green and turn red as they reach full size (1-2 inches) 70-75 days after planting. For the best results, space these live plants 12-18 inches apart in areas where they'll get 6+ hours of full sun every day. These live Bonnie Plants peppers grow great in containers but will need some support (such as cages or stakes) to keep them straight and strong. When harvesting fruits from your vegetable garden, use shears or a sharp knife to avoid damaging the plant. Plant in Miracle-Gro Soil and Plant Food to grow your best harvest yet. Beware: Bonnie Plants Dragon Cayenne Hot Peppers pack a punch, so wear gloves when handling. Get a jump start on growing at home by starting with a young live plant instead of seed with Bonnie Plants.