{"product_id":"50-ghost-pepper-seeds-bhut-jolokia-super-hot-heirloom-chili","title":"50 Ghost Pepper Seeds - Bhut Jolokia Super Hot Heirloom Chili","description":"\u003cp\u003eGhost 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely hot peppers with a rating of over 1 million Scoville Heat Units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety with wrinkled, lantern-shaped fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers mature from green to bright red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVigorous, bushy plants that perform well in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong growing season, ideal for warm climates or indoor starts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum chinense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial (grown as annual in most zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-11 (as perennial); grown as annual elsewhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 80-90°F; germination can take 2-6 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e50 Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835993096502,"sku":"FOLIA2-1629","price":24.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6875673514_9fgm.jpg?v=1793097033","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/50-ghost-pepper-seeds-bhut-jolokia-super-hot-heirloom-chili","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}