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Bhut Jolokia Orange · Pepper

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Bhut Jolokia Orange to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 16th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 29th
Harvest BeginsOct 2nd
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity95
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For superhots, keep seedlings warm and steady (no cold snaps) and transplant only once soil is reliably 60°F+ to prevent stunting and flower drop.