Lemon Spice Jalapeno Pepper Seeds: A Zesty Twist on Heat

Think you know the jalapeño? Think again. The Lemon Spice Jalapeno is a revolutionary take on the world’s most famous pepper, engineered by the experts at the New Mexico State University Chile Pepper Institute. This isn’t just a color swap; it’s a complete upgrade in flavor and fire, designed for the true pepper enthusiast.

Forget red or green – these jalapeños ripen to a stunning, vibrant lemon-yellow that will be a showstopper in your garden. But the real surprise is the taste. It has a distinctively bright and zesty citrus flavor that perfectly complements its significantly hotter kick. With a heat level that leaves standard jalapeños in the dust, the Lemon Spice Jalapeno delivers a satisfying burn that is closer to a Serrano. Get ready to experience your favorite pepper in a brilliant new light.

Key Details:

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Heat Level: Hot (25,000 – 35,000 SHU)
• Flavor Profile: A bright, citrusy flavor with the classic crispness of a jalapeño and a significant kick of heat.
• Origin: New Mexico, USA (NMSU)
• Days to Harvest: 70-85 days

Perfect For:

Making visually stunning salsas, zesty poppers, and incredible “Cowboy Candy” (candied jalapeños). The vibrant color and citrusy kick are fantastic for pickling, dicing into cornbread, or slicing fresh onto tacos and sandwiches for a true flavor explosion.