Bhut Jolokia Red. (Ghost Pepper) £2.49 for 4 seeds. Very Popular!
Bhut Jolokia Red. (Ghost Pepper) £2.49 for 4 seeds. Very Popular!
Also known as Ghost Pepper. Originating from the Naga area (Assam, India), it produces extremely hot fruit that have a SHU of 1+ million. The wrinkled, conical shaped fruits mature from green to bright red and are typically 7cm long by 3cm wide, but sometimes the overall size is smaller, depending upon the growing conditions. Needs high temperatures to germinate with the optimum being 27-32oC. Please take care when handling fruit.
Sow seeds 0.5cm (1/4in) deep in modules or trays filled with moist compost.
Place in a warm light position, such as a south-facing windowsill or where the temperature is 18-21°C (65 to 70°F).
Keep the soil well-drained and moist.
Start sowing indoors from mid-January to late February.
Use quality compost mixed with perlite for optimal aeration.
A heated propagator is best for germinating Bhut Jolokia Chilli Seeds, with a temperature between 28°C-32°C. Or poly bag somewhere warm.