🍋 Lemon Drop (Aji Lemon) Pepper Seeds – Citrusy, Spicy & Vibrant Peruvian Favorite

Also known as Hot Lemon Drop, Aji Lemon Drop, or Kellu Uchu (“Qillo Uchu”) in Peru, the Lemon Drop Pepper is one of the most flavorful and visually stunning peppers you can grow. A true Peruvian heirloom, this variety is prized for its bright citrus flavor, medium heat, and heavy yields of lemon-yellow pods that pop in both the garden and the kitchen.

Growing up to 3 feet tall, these productive plants produce an abundance of slender, 2–3" pods that ripen from green to vibrant yellow, sometimes showing a gorgeous purple blush. Their crinkly skin and zesty aroma make them as ornamental as they are delicious. Explore our full collection of Grow Supplies - From seed trays to fertilizers - everything you need to start your pepper plants strong. 

The Lemon Drop Pepper (Aji Limon) delivers a tangy, citrus-forward heat between 15,000–30,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), comparable to Cayenne or Serrano peppers. Its lemony brightness enhances chicken, seafood, salsas, and sauces, while dried pods make exceptional pepper flakes or chili powder.

Popular across South America, this chili’s name translates to “Lima Pepper,” honoring its origins in Peru,  a fitting tribute to one of the most refreshing peppers you’ll ever taste.

🌱 Pepper Details

• Species: Capsicum baccatum

• Heat Level: Medium (15,000–30,000 SHU)

• Flavor: Citrusy, tangy, slightly fruity with moderate spice

• Plant Height: ~3 ft tall; bushy and productive

• Fruit Size: 2–3 inches long; thin-walled, crinkled pods

• Color: Green → Lemon Yellow → (sometimes Purple Blush)

• Best Uses: Hot sauces, pepper flakes, salsas, seafood dishes

• Origin: Peru (Heirloom variety)

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