Red Ghost / Bhut Jolokia Seeds (10) Superhot Pepper - Capsicum Chinense

Widely regarded as one of the world’s original superhot chillies, the Red Ghost (Bhut Jolokia) is legendary for its blistering heat and distinctive flavour. Once recognised as the hottest chilli on earth, it remains a favourite among extreme spice lovers and hot sauce makers.

• Freshly harvested 2025 seeds – Welsh-grown and carefully selected for maximum germination success
• Superhot – extreme heat, favours the brave
• Flexible growing options – thrives in indoor pots with good light, greenhouses, or outdoors through summer
• Easy to grow – reliable plants that adapt well to UK conditions

Each pack contains 10 premium Red Ghost / Bhut Jolokia chilli seeds, grown in Wales, and a detailed species info sheet, giving you the chance to grow your own legendary superhot peppers at home. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just starting out, these seeds are a great choice for adding extreme heat, flavour, and variety to your chilli collection.

Species Information

• Scientific name: Capsicum chinense ‘Bhut Jolokia’
• Origin: Native to Assam, India – famous for its extreme heat
• Plant habit: Tall, branching plants reaching 90–120 cm in height
• Fruit size: Wrinkled pods, 30-60 mm long, ripening from green to deep red, lantern shaped, but often with a more tapered tip
• Scoville Heat Units (SHU): Typically 800,000–1,041,427 SHU (superhot)
• Flavour profile: Fruity, smoky, intense heat
• Yield: High-yielding plants, producing clusters of pods throughout the season