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Ghost Pepper
Capsicum chinense
About Plant: Ghost Pepper
Ghost Pepper is a warm-season pepper cultivar that performs best with heat, full sun and evenly moist, well-drained soil.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.0)
Spacing12–18 inches
HeightVaries
Time to Harvest60–90 days from transplant
Planting DepthTransplant at appropriate nursery depth
Germination TimeVaries
Expert Growing Tips
Start early indoors in cold climates and transplant only after soil and nights warm. Avoid cold, waterlogged soil.