Naga Jolokia is officially recognised as the world’s hottest chilli pepper, measured at just over one million scoville heat units (SHU). Extensively cultivated in Assam region of India. Best grown in a container under glass as needs a long growing season. Fruits pale lime green turning orange-red. Use sparingly and handle with care – extremely hot!
Growing Naga Jolokia from seed
Sow seeds late January to February. Sow seeds thinly on the surface of a good free draining compost. Cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at 18-20C (64-68F) until after germination, which takes 7-14 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.
Transplant seedings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in final situation when 10cm (4in) high, 45cm (18in) apart. For indoor crops, plant into growbags or pots. For outdoor crops, acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting in sunny, fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
Feed plants weekly with a high potash tomato fertiliser once the first fruits have set.
You can buy Chili ‘Naga Jolokia’ from Thompson and Morgan.
This chilli is my favourite and is so hot. They are well worth growing and I really recommend that you give them a grow. Geddit?