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Ghost Pepper Plants for Sale Online
Grow the Legendary Ghost Pepper
Looking for super-hot Ghost pepper plants for sale online? Bring home one of the world's most famous chili varieties with a Bhut Jolokia pepper plant, commonly known as the Ghost Pepper.
Also known as Bih Jolokia, Nagahari, Raja Mircha, Raja Chilli, and Borbih Jolokia, this legendary pepper originated in India and is prized by chili enthusiasts for its intense heat and distinctive flavor.
Bhut Jolokia: A True Super-Hot Pepper
The Ghost Pepper became famous worldwide after being recognized by Guinness World Records in 2007 as the world's hottest chili pepper at the time.
Mature peppers typically develop a striking red or orange color and have the characteristic rough, wrinkled skin associated with Bhut Jolokia. The fruits can grow approximately 2.5–3.5 inches long and around 1 inch wide.
The name "Bhut" is associated with the Bhutia people of India and is commonly translated as "ghost." The pepper's nickname may also reflect its sneaky heat, which can build after the first bite. Ghost Pepper Plant Highlights
- Variety: Bhut Jolokia / Ghost Pepper
- Origin: India
- Fruit color: Red or orange when ripe
- Fruit size: Approximately 2.5–3.5 inches long
- Heat level: Can exceed 1 million SHU
- Also known as: Bih Jolokia, Nagahari, Raja Mircha, Raja Chilli, Borbih Jolokia
- Great for: Hot sauce, salsa, chili pastes, marinades, and super-hot pepper collections
Ghost peppers are extremely hot. Handle ripe peppers with appropriate care and avoid contact with eyes and sensitive skin.
How to Grow Ghost Pepper Plants
Ghost peppers (Bhut Jolokia) love heat, sunlight, and a long
growing season. Follow these steps for the best results:
- Choose a sunny
location
Plant outdoors in a spot that receives 6–8+ hours of direct sunlight
per day. - Wait for warm
weather
Ghost peppers are tropical plants and don't tolerate frost. Transplant
outdoors only after the danger of frost has passed and temperatures are
consistently warm. - Use
well-draining soil
Choose fertile soil with good drainage. For containers, use a quality
potting mix and a container with drainage holes. - Give plants
room to grow
Space plants about 18–24 inches apart, depending on your growing
setup and variety. - Water
consistently
Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply when
the top layer of soil begins to dry. - Feed during the
growing season
Use a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to the product directions.
Once plants begin flowering and fruiting, avoid excessive nitrogen, which
can encourage leaves instead of peppers. - Be patient
Ghost peppers can grow slowly, particularly early in the season. Warm
temperatures and plenty of sunlight can help them accelerate as the season
progresses. - Harvest when
ripe
Ghost peppers are typically harvested when they develop their
characteristic bright red color. Use scissors or garden shears to
remove ripe peppers without damaging the plant.
Growing Tip
For the biggest harvest, focus on consistent warmth, full sun, even
watering, and good drainage. Avoid letting the plants sit in cold,
saturated soil.
Important: Ghost peppers are extremely hot. Wear gloves when handling ripe peppers,
and avoid touching your eyes or face.
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