Hot Pepper Seeds, Bhut Jolokia or Red Ghost

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Description

(Capsicum chinense). Also known as Red Ghost pepper, Naga Morich. This legendary variety is one of the world’s hottest peppers, with readings in excess of 1,000,000 Scoville units! Bhut Jolokia starts out slow but eventually makes tall plants, exceeding 4 feet in favored locations. The thin-walled, wrinkled, pointed fruit reaches 2-3 inches in length, ripening mostly to red.

  • 100-120 days to maturity
  • 8-12 hours of full sun
  • Sprouts in 21-28 days
  • Seed Depth: 1/4"
  • Plant Spacing: 14-18"
  • Ideal Temperature: 70-95 F
  • Frost Hardy: No

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

The Red Ghost pepper is an heirloom variety recognized as one of the hottest peppers worldwide. These peppers thrive in full sunlight and warm temperatures, requiring 8-12 hours of daily sunlight and soil that is rich, well-draining, and slightly acidic with a pH of 6.0–7.0.

When to Grow

Bhut Jolokia peppers have a long growing period of 100-120 days from seed to harvest, so start seeds indoors in bright light 8-12 weeks before the last frost. Transplant seedlings outside only after all danger of frost has passed, and nighttime temperatures are consistently above 65 F.

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep. When seedlings are 6–8 inches tall, harden them off by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions. Transplant them 14-18 inches apart in well-prepared soil, spacing rows about 24–36 inches apart. The plants can reach heights of 4 feet, so staking or caging may be necessary for support.

How to Grow

Water deeply once or twice a week, adjusting for rainfall to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch to retain moisture and stabilize soil temperature. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during initial growth and switch to a high-potassium and high-phosphorus fertilizer when flowering begins. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can promote leaf growth over fruit production.

How to Save

  • Peppers are mainly self-pollinating, but bees occasionally work pepper flowers as well.
  • To be absolutely sure that you will not have any crossing, different varieties should be isolated by at least 500 feet.
  • It is a good idea to wear gloves when working with very hot peppers, and to consider wearing a mask when working with a large quantity of dried seeds.
  • To save seed, allow the fruit to mature fully; then simply remove seeds.
  • Let seeds dry for a week before storing them in a jar.
  • Pepper seeds will remain viable for up to 5 years.

FAQ

How hot are Bhut Jolokia peppers?
These peppers are about 1,000,000 Scoville units, making them extremely spicy.

How long do Bhut Jolokia peppers take to mature?
Red Ghost peppers generally require 100-120 days from planting to maturity.

What are common issues for Bhut Jolokia peppers?
They can be affected by diseases and pests like aphids and spider mites, so monitor regularly and use neem oil as needed.

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