Dhara Seeds
Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable Seeds for Planting in Kitchen Garden and Containers
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Product Description
Pepper Seeds - Yellow Bhut Jolokia Variety
Add heat and excitement to your garden with Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper (Capsicum chinense), an heirloom variety famous for its intense heat and bright yellow fruits. Perfect for backyard gardens, raised beds, or container planting, this Non-GMO pepper is ideal for hot sauces, salsas, and cooking. Easy to grow and high-yielding, suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features:
- Bright Yellow Fruits: Extremely hot peppers ideal for sauces, salsas, and culinary use.
- High Yield: Produces abundant peppers throughout the growing season.
- Heirloom & Non-GMO: Naturally cultivated for authentic flavor and heat.
- Versatile Planting: Suitable for backyard gardens, raised beds, or containers.
- Easy to Grow: Minimal maintenance required for home gardeners.
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and bold flavor.
Specifications:
- Common Name (US): Pepper
- Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
- Variety: Yellow Bhut Jolokia
- Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
- Fruit Color: Yellow
- Fruit Shape: Pointed / Elongated
- Plant Type: Perennial in tropical climates (grown as annual in temperate zones)
- Height: 2–4 feet (60–120 cm)
- Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours/day)
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
- Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
- USDA Zones: 9–11 (grow as annual in cooler zones)
- Sowing Season: Early Spring indoors; transplant after frost
- Germination Time: 14–21 days at 70–85°F (21–29°C)
- Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (0.5 cm)
- Spacing Between Plants: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Maturity: 90–120 days from transplanting
- Maintenance: Stake if necessary; prune lightly to encourage branching
Planting Guide:
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
- Keep seedlings warm (70–85°F / 21–29°C) with bright light.
- Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 18–24 inches apart.
- Provide full sun and fertile soil; water consistently.
- Harvest peppers when fully yellow for optimal heat and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes and Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable seeds can be grown in containers as long as the pot has drainage holes and receives adequate sunlight.
The best time to plant Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable seeds is during the warm growing season with plenty of sunlight.
Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable seeds usually germinate within 5–14 days when kept in warm and moist soil conditions.
A balanced organic fertilizer can help Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable plants grow healthier and produce better yields.
Harvesting time for Yellow Bhut Jolokia Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable varies but generally begins a few weeks to a few months after planting and depending on the variety.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.