10 Seeds Ghost Pepper Bhut Jolokia Hot Chili Pepper Heirloom

Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) is a legendary hot chili prized by growers for its wrinkled, lantern-shaped pods that ripen from green to a vivid red. A Capsicum chinense variety, it brings dramatic heat and bold color to gardens and containers, and it has become a favorite among chili enthusiasts who enjoy growing something with serious character.

The pods are traditionally used in salsas, hot sauces, curries, and spice blends, where a small amount goes a long way. Plants grow bushy and productive in warm conditions, rewarding gardeners with an abundance of fiery fruit late in the season. Suitable for outdoor beds in hot climates or large containers elsewhere, this variety adds both ornamental appeal and culinary punch to the garden.
Species: Capsicum chinense
Variety: Bhut Jolokia
Type: Annual pepper (often grown as an annual)
Plant_Habit: Bushy, upright, compact
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, fertile loam
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 days from transplant
Zones: 4-12 (as annual; perennial in frost-free zones)
Germination: 10-25 days at 80-90F
Sowing: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, 1/4 inch deep
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Heat levels vary by pod; ripens green to red