Lemon Spice Jalapeño

Lemon Spice Jalapeño is a vibrant specialty variety developed by the Chile Pepper Institute at New Mexico State University, known for its bright lemon-yellow colour and fresh, fruity jalapeño flavour. Combining ornamental appeal with excellent culinary performance, this variety is ideal for fresh salsas and colourful summer dishes.

Plants are sturdy, compact, and highly productive, making them well suited to garden beds, raised beds, and containers.

Plant Details

Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (compact)
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 35–45 cm (14–18")
Container friendly: Yes; excellent for containers and patio planters
Support: Not required; staking may help with heavy fruit load

Fruit and Harvest

Lemon Spice Jalapeño produces smooth, bright yellow peppers with mild heat and a fresh, slightly fruity flavour. Fruits develop their best colour and flavour when fully mature, and regular harvesting encourages continued production.

Heat level: Mild

Excellent for:

• Fresh salsa
• Fresh slicing
• Grilling
• Roasting
• Adding colour to dishes

Why Buy a Starter Plant?

Starting with an established plant provides:

• Earlier harvest in northern climates
• Faster establishment and growth
• Reliable production compared to direct seeding

Grown With Care

Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.

Well suited for: container gardeners, salsa makers, and anyone looking to grow a colourful, mildly spicy jalapeño with excellent performance.