50 Ghost Pepper Seeds - Bhut Jolokia Super Hot Heirloom Chili

Ghost Pepper, also known as Bhut Jolokia, is a legendary super-hot chili prized by heat enthusiasts and adventurous gardeners. This heirloom variety produces wrinkled, lantern-shaped peppers that mature from green to a fiery red, adding intense heat and a smoky, fruity flavor to salsas, sauces, and spicy dishes. The plants are vigorous and productive, making them a striking addition to vegetable gardens, container plantings, and edible landscapes.

Whether you are a seasoned chili grower or looking to challenge your palate, these seeds offer the opportunity to cultivate one of the world's most famous hot peppers. Start them indoors early for the best results and enjoy the thrill of harvesting your own super-hot chilies.

Plant Features

• Extremely hot peppers with a rating of over 1 million Scoville Heat Units
• Heirloom variety with wrinkled, lantern-shaped fruits
• Peppers mature from green to bright red
• Vigorous, bushy plants that perform well in containers
• Long growing season, ideal for warm climates or indoor starts

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum chinense
• Plant Type: Perennial (grown as annual in most zones)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11 (as perennial); grown as annual elsewhere
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 3-4 feet
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 80-90°F; germination can take 2-6 weeks

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use a heat mat to maintain warm soil temperatures for better germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant into larger pots and gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions after the danger of frost has passed.

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture. Fertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Harvest peppers when they reach full color for maximum heat and flavor. Handle with care—wear gloves when picking or preparing super-hot peppers.

What's Included

50 Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) seeds.