This is a newer in house orange ghost pepper with plants that have dark green leafs and black stems. Pods start off dark green black and then ripen to a very nice bright orange. Plants grow medium to large with very good yields of very sweet and fruity pods with good ghost pepper heat. Pods are medium to thin walled and dry out easy for making powder. This variety makes excellent flavored powder 

Capsicum Chinense 

SHU 1,200,000

APS DARK ORANGE GHOST - The Sunset Inferno

**Basic Info**  

Species: *Capsicum chinense*  

Origin: Atlantic Pepper Seeds (APS)  

Heat: Super-Hot (1,000,000+ SHU)  

Type: Dark orange ghost pepper variety  

**Story**  

The APS Dark Orange Ghost is a striking variation of the legendary ghost pepper, distinguished by its deep, sunset-orange pods that mature to a rich, almost burnt-orange hue. This variety captures the essence of the ghost pepper's extreme heat while offering a unique visual identity that sets it apart from standard red or yellow ghost types.  

Ghost peppers have long been the gold standard for extreme heat, and the Dark Orange variant refines this legacy with careful selection for color consistency and flavor complexity. The deep orange color is not merely aesthetic - it signals a specific ripening stage where capsaicin levels peak and flavor compounds reach their most balanced state.  

Developed through selective breeding at APS, this variety maintains the robust growth and high yields that make ghost peppers favorites among serious growers. The plants are vigorous, often reaching 3-4 feet, and produce abundant harvests of 2-3 inch pods. The heat is described as intense but clean, with a fruity undertone that distinguishes it from other superhots.  

In the kitchen, these peppers are used with extreme caution. A single pod can flavor an entire batch of sauce, and their dried form develops a smoky complexity that enhances powders and infused oils. For gardeners, the Dark Orange Ghost offers the thrill of growing a world-class superhot with the added beauty of its unique coloration.  

**Plant**  

Medium to large (3-4 feet), bushy, typical *chinense* growth.  

**Pods**  

2-3 inches long, deep orange when ripe, slightly bumpy.  

**Flavor**  

Intense heat with fruity notes, clean burn.  

**Kitchen**  

Ultra-low-dose cooking, hot sauces, specialty powders.  

**Growing Tips**  

- 90-110 days to maturity  

- Full sun (8+ hours)  

- Warm climate, zones 10-11  

- Well-draining soil, consistent watering  

**Culinary Uses**  

- Hot sauce base (extreme dilution)  

- Dried for ground powder  

- Infused oils  

**Common Questions**  

Q: How does heat compare to standard ghost?  

A: Similar intensity (1M+ SHU), with slightly fruitier profile.  

Q: Why is the color unique?  

A: Selective breeding for deep orange hue without sacrificing heat.  

Q: Can beginners grow them?  

A: Only for experienced growers due to extreme heat.  

Q: Are they safe to handle?  

A: Always wear gloves - capsaicin can cause severe irritation.