Chili Seeds - Ají Limón / Lemon Drop – Yellow Chili Pepper

Ají Limón / Lemon Drop – Yellow Chili Pepper (Capsicum baccatum) – 10 seeds
Delivery time: 5–7 working days

Ají Limón, also known as Lemon Drop, is a classic chili favorite from Peru with a hot, fruity flavor and distinct citrus notes. It belongs to the Capsicum baccatum species group, known for its vigor and generous yields.

The plant grows vigorously, reaching heights of 150–200 cm in the first year, especially in the open field or greenhouses. It becomes abundantly branched and can bear up to 100 fruits. The fruits are narrow, thinly fleshed and are 4–6 cm long. The ripe fruits are bright yellow and have a Scoville value of 30,000–50,000, making them medium to strong.

The thin fruit wall makes them particularly suitable for drying, but they are also excellent fresh in salsas, sauces and marinades. The fresh citrus flavor is particularly appreciated by chili lovers and beginners alike.

Latin name: Capsicum baccatum
Origin: Peru
Number of seeds: Approximately 10 pcs.
Fruit: Yellow, narrow, 4–6 cm, thin flesh
Strength: 30,000–50,000 Scoville
Height: 150–200 cm (smaller in a pot)
Growth habit: Vigorous and richly branched
Flowers: White with yellow-green field at the base of the petals
Sun position: Full sun
Germination temperature: 22–28 °C
Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
Plant distance: 40 cm
Row spacing: 50 cm

Cultivation advice:
Pre-cultivate indoors early in the season. Sow shallowly in moist seedbed and keep warm until seeds germinate. Provide plenty of light after emergence. Plant out when risk of frost is over. Grows best in greenhouses or large pots in a sunny location. Fertilize regularly for a bountiful harvest.

Ají Limón is a reliable and colorful variety that produces a large harvest with a tropical flavor - a must for those who love chili with character.