Ghost Pepper Red

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The Red Ghost Pepper, also known as the Bhut Jolokia chili, is an heirloom variety originating from India that was once the hottest pepper in the world. The hot Ghost Pepper chili took the crown in 2007 and held the record for 4 years. Most ghost peppers run around the 900,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units) mark but have been recorded at over 1,000,000 SHUs. As one of the spiciest peppers in the world, the Indian Army once weaponized these to make chili hand grenades!

Culinary Uses:

  • Ghost peppers have fruity, berry-like flavors making them a perfect addition to hot sauce and salsa, as well as a great chili powder when dried. This pepper is perfect for heat lovers 

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  • Heat Level:
  • Packet Quantity: 15 Seeds
  • A.K.A: Bhut Jolokia
  • Days to Harvest: 110 – 120+ days
  • Origin: India
  • Species: Chinense
  • SHU: 855,000-1,041,427

Growing Notes:

There are various ways to germinate seeds. You can use the moist paper towel method, germinate in trays indoors or sow directly in pots. However, it is a good idea to start seeds indoors in small pots or germination trays. Keep the medium moist during germination and if you can maintain a warm consistent temperature it will be beneficial. You can soak seeds for about 12-24 hours to soften the seeds. It is common to soak seeds in a weak Hydrogen peroxide or weak chamomile tea solution. Do not sow seeds too deep. Be patient as some hotter varieties can take weeks to germinate. After seeds sprout and a few leaves have formed, you can start to transplant and move outdoors when temperatures become warmer. Peppers love rich soil, so adding compost to the garden or potting mix is highly recommended.

Ba cautious when handling these hot peppers. Where gloves when handling frequently. Do not touch your eyes or other vulnerable parts of the body after working with these peppers. 

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