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Chilli Pepper Plant Bhut Jolokia

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Capsicum chinense 'Bhut Jolokia'

Volcanic Chilli Pepper.
An exceptionally hot Chilli Pepper - should be treated with respect.
Crinkled fruits mature to a bright red.
Gorgeous smoked citrus flavour.
Approximately 1,000,000 SHUs +.

How Hot Is That?...Chilli Pepper Heat Guide

Do not plant out (without protection) until fear of frost has passed.

Supplied as compost block-grown plants.

Available from APPROXIMATELY late April / early May

1 or more £3.25GBP each. Group & quantity discounts

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Description

Bhut Jolokia is legendary with Chilli lovers all over the world and revered for its fiery heat. This really is an exceptional chilli!

Until a few years back it was hailed by the Guinness Book of Records; hotter varieties have overtaken it now but don't let that lull you into a false sense of security!

Even before they mature, the green fruits have a fiery heat; once matured to their customary red the fruits are literally blistering and even the tiniest amount of cut flesh touched on to human skin can cause agony, so please use these chillies with caution.

But for those who can stand the heat, the true reward comes in the gorgeous smoked citrus flavour that derives from the almost oily flesh - in fact, that oily flesh helps to make that heat persist in the mouth. Remember, milk and sugar are good to help combat the heat!

We use this to make a viciously hot Chilli sauce which lives up to its name: 'Lava Flow'. We also use it in our Volcanic Chilli Jam (that goes so well with roast duck). And because we love this variety so much we also infuse these into Vodka that we then keep in the freezer - its not only in Iceland that you can experience ice and fire at the same time!

The pale green fruits have a crinkled appearance and mature to a rich red, measuring 2"-3" (5-8 cm) in length and 1"-1" (2.5 - 4 cm) in diameter (at the shoulder) tapering to a point. The plant has a fairly dense habit growing to approximately 2-3 feet (60 - 90 cm) and a similar spread.

Origin: India
Heat: Volcanic - approximately 1,000,000 SHUs +

How Hot Is That?...Chilli Pepper Heat Guide

Cautions / Disclaimer
As this variety of Chilli is one of what we describe as the Volcanic Heat Varieties, we caution those who purchase seed of this that it must treated with respect at all times - even handling the seeds can cause burns.

Under no circumstances must the fruits be used in practical jokes etc. We accept no liability, consequential or otherwise, whatsoever to those who choose to grow, handle or eat this variety - or similarly to any third party who is injured as a result of contact in any way, shape or form. Your purchase of this seed implies you have read and accepted this condition of sale.

Pricing

Available from APPROXIMATELY late April / early May

1 = £3.25

10 = £3.15

25 = £3.00

50 = £2.95

How To...

How To Sow & Grow Chilli Pepper & Sweet Peppers
Detailed advice on sowing and growing chilli peppers and sweet peppers - both inside and outside.

How To Videos

How To Grow Chillies & Sweet Peppers - Part 1 (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen on the basics of caring for chillies and sweet peppers in the first few months.

How To Grow Chillies & Sweet Peppers - Part 2 (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen on the basics of caring for chillies and sweet peppers as the season progresses.

How To Sow & Transplant Chilli Peppers, Sweet Peppers & Aubergines (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen explaining how to sow and then transplant chilli and sweet peppers. The same technique can also be used for aubergines.

Recipes

Chilli Jam Recipe
Stephen's recipe for making delicious chilli jam. A very versatile recipe that can be used for making chilli jams of all heats - or even sweet pepper jam.

Chilli Sauce Recipe
A quick and easy recipe for chilli sauce. Experiment with different varieties of chilli peppers to get just the right amount of heat for your tastebuds.

Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for stir-fried Brussels sprouts that also works with cabbage, kale and other brassicas.

Thai Chilli Sauce Recipe
An easy recipe for Thai chilli sauce. Mild, medium, or hot - it depends on the chillies you use.

General Information

A Little Information About Our Vegetable Plants (Video)
Information on the vegetable plants that Victoriana grows and how we make sure they are always hardened off before dispatch.

Chilli Pepper & Sweet Pepper Heat Guide
A guide to the heat levels of sweet peppers and chilli peppers - from the cool to the volcanic. Also details on how Chilli Pepper heat levels are measured.

What's A Compost Block Grown Plant?
Information on the size of the compost blocks that Victoriana grow their plants in - and what you can expect to receive.

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