Bhut Jolokia - 10 Seeds

Hot "Ghost" pepper - Ghost pepper (Capsicum chinense - "Bhut Jolokia").

This is one of the hottest pepper varieties! This hybrid, originating in north-eastern India, is aptly called "ghost". Its formidable heat has been measured at 900 000 to 1 200 000 Scoville units. For comparison, pure capsaicin, which is responsible for the pepper's heat, measures 16 000 000 Scoville units. Besides adding heat to curries, the local population uses it to drive elephants away from their properties, and the army is permitted to use it in the form of chilli bombs in military operations.

• the package contains: 10 seeds
• Heat level: very hot
• Annual plant*
• Sowing period: January-April, seedlings are started; in May they are planted in the garden or in a greenhouse.
• Flowering and fruiting: late July-October*
• Fruit size: 5-8 cm long and 2-3 cm wide.
• Height: up to 120 cm

Hot "Ghost" pepper - Ghost pepper (Capsicum chinense - "Bhut Jolokia"). This is one of the hottest pepper varieties! This hybrid, originating in north-eastern India, is aptly called "ghost". Its formidable heat has been measured at 900 000 to 1 200 000 Scoville units. For comparison, pure capsaicin, which is responsible for the pepper's heat, measures 16 000 000 Scoville units. Besides adding heat to curries, the local population uses it to drive elephants away from their properties, and the army is permitted to use it in the form of chilli bombs in military operations.

• Heat level: very hot
• Annual plant*
• Sowing period: January-April, seedlings are grown, and in May they are planted in the garden or in a greenhouse.
• Flowering and fruiting: late July - October*
• Fruit size: 5-8 cm long and 2-3 cm wide.
• Height: up to 120 cm
• Package contents: 10 seeds.

Sowing method: from January to April, raise seedlings in propagators, where they develop best at 25-30^oC in a sunny location. We recommend using a heated propagator, which will speed up germination and growth.

• Before sowing, soak the seeds in water for 30 min to soften their coat.
• Sowing depth: 1 - 2 cm.
• Water regularly and do not allow the substrate to dry out completely. We recommend the specialised seedling substrate CANNA Terra Seed Mix 25 l.

Growing method: Chilli pepper is a tropical plant that requires warmth, moisture and sunlight.

Environmental requirements:

• Light - a sunny location receiving at least 8 hours of sun per day.
• Soil - rich in organic matter
• Humidity - do not let the soil dry out. Well-watered soil provides the air humidity plants need.
• Warmth - heat-loving (20-30^oC), does not tolerate low temperatures (<10^oC).

Plant the established seedlings outdoors or in a greenhouse in May, once the risk of frost has passed. If necessary, newly planted seedlings can be covered with plastic for the first few weeks. This helps them acclimatise.
If you wish to grow it at home, you can explore options for lighting, ventilation, grow tents, pots and other accessories.

Fertilisation: during the vegetative, flowering and fruiting stages. You can explore our extensive range of organic and mineral fertilisers here.

*After the outdoor season ends, plants can be moved indoors and continue to bear fruit.

Warning! Always wear gloves and safety glasses when cutting and preparing the fruit of extremely hot pepper varieties!