Bhut Jolokia Orange Strain Pepper

Bhut Jolokia Orange Seeds (Ghost Pepper)

The Rare, Citrus-Hued Legend

Quick Facts:

• Heat: 800,000–1,000,000+ SHU (Super Hot)

• Fruit Size: 2.5–3.5" Pendant-shaped, wrinkled pods

• Maturity: 90–100 Days

• Quantity: 10+ Seeds/Packet

A Vibrant Twist on a Classic Scorcher 👻🧡 The Orange Bhut Jolokia is a stunning natural variant of the world-famous Red Ghost Pepper. While it retains the legendary, blistering heat that made the Bhut Jolokia a household name, the Orange strain is prized by collectors for its unique color and slightly different flavor profile. The pods ripen from a lime green to a brilliant, neon orange, featuring the classic "pimped" or wrinkled skin that warns of the power within.

👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch:

"The Orange Ghost is a secret weapon for hot sauce makers. It lacks some of the bitter 'earthiness' found in the red variety, offering instead a bright, almost citrusy fruitiness that pairs incredibly well with tropical fruits like pineapple or apricot. Don't be fooled by the cheerful color, though—the heat is immediate, aggressive, and lasts for a long time. It’s perfect for a 'Caribbean-style' hot sauce with a high-end gourmet feel."

👅 Flavor Profile:

• Citrusy & Floral: A bright, fruity start followed by a relentless, creeping burn.

• Heat Level: Extremely Hot (1,000,000 SHU) — A true "Super Hot" that commands respect.

🍴 Culinary Versatility:

• Tropical Hot Sauces: Combine with mango, lime, and vinegar for a vibrant, spicy condiment.

• Dehydrated Flakes: Makes a beautiful, bright orange chili powder with a searing kick.

• Spicy Marinades: Use a small amount in jerk chicken or pork marinades for authentic heat.

• Warning: Use gloves! The oils in these peppers can cause severe skin and eye irritation.

🌱 Growing Notes:

• Heavy Producer: This strain is known for being slightly more prolific than the standard Red Ghost.

• Branching Habit: Can become quite large (3-4 feet); give it plenty of space and support.

• Patience Required: Like all Bhuts, germination can be slow (up to 21 days).

🇨🇦 Short Season Pro-Tip (Montreal/Zone 5-6):

"Ghost peppers are notorious for 'blossom drop' if the Montreal humidity gets too high or the nights stay too cool. To ensure fruit set, start these 12 weeks before the last frost. Once they are outside, a consistent feeding of a high-phosphorus fertilizer in July will help trigger a massive explosion of orange pods just in time for an August/September harvest."