7-POT BUBBLE-GUM X JAYS GHOST CHOCOLATE - The Chocolate Ghost

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Hybrid (7-Pot Bubblegum x Jays Ghost Chocolate)

Heat: Superhot (1,200,000-1,600,000 SHU, estimated)

Type: Chocolate-colored hybrid 7-Pot variety

Story

A stunning hybrid cross between 7-Pot Bubblegum and Jays Ghost Chocolate, featuring dark chocolate coloration with the signature sweet, fruity Bubblegum flavor and Ghost Pepper heat. Combines extreme heat with beautiful chocolate color and complex flavor profile.

Plant

Large, vigorous plants reaching 3-5 feet with heavy yields and excellent branching.

Pods

Dark chocolate brown when ripe, medium-sized (1.5-2.5 inches), classic wrinkled texture with distinctive coloration.

Flavor

Sweet, fruity, and tropical with chocolate undertones and Ghost Pepper complexity. Heat builds quickly.

Kitchen

Dark hot sauces, chocolate-based mole, and dark superhot powder.

Growing Tips

- Days to maturity: 90-120 days from transplant

- Full sun (8+ hours) required

- Warm climate essential, zones 9-11

- Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost at 80-85°F

- Well-draining, rich soil, pH 6.0-6.8

- 3-5 feet tall, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Dark hot sauce production

- Chocolate-based mole

- Dark superhot powder

- Low-dose cooking in curries

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Bubble-Gum x Jays Ghost Chocolate?

A: Superhot at 1,200,000-1,600,000 SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Dark chocolate color with Bubblegum sweetness and Ghost Pepper heat.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for dark, complex superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to parents?

A: Combines Bubblegum's fruitiness with Ghost Pepper's heat and chocolate coloration.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil.