7-POT BUBBLE GUM X JAYS GHOST PEPPER RED - The Ghost Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

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

Heat: Superhot (1,000,000-1,400,000 SHU, estimated)

Type: Red hybrid superhot variety

Story

A hybrid cross between 7-Pot Bubblegum and Jays Ghost Pepper Red, combining the sweet fruity flavor of Bubblegum with the intense heat and earthy notes of Ghost Pepper. Features vibrant red pods with complex flavor and extreme heat.

Plant

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

Pods

Red when ripe, medium-sized (1.5-2.5 inches), classic wrinkled texture.

Flavor

Sweet, fruity, and tropical with earthy undertones from Ghost Pepper. Intense heat that builds quickly.

Kitchen

Hot sauces, red powder, and low-dose cooking.

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

- Premium hot sauce production

- Red superhot powder

- Low-dose cooking in curries and stews

- Fermented pepper mash

Common Questions

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

A: Superhot at 1,000,000-1,400,000 SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Combines Bubblegum's sweetness with Ghost Pepper's earthy heat and red coloration.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for red superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to parents?

A: Combines Bubblegum's fruitiness with Ghost Pepper's earthy heat.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

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