Hybrid variety Tepin x Lemon Drop - 10 seeds

Tepin × Lemon Drop is an interesting cross that combines the qualities of two different types of Capsicum . It inherits the characteristic aromatic and complex flavor profile from Lemon Drop, while Tepin contributes a more serious spiciness.

The plant grows like a typical baccatum , and the resulting peppers are as aromatic as Lemon Drop and as hot as Tepin . This makes it a particularly interesting variety for people looking for not just a strong spiciness, but a pepper with a distinct flavor of its own.

Characteristics of the variety

• Variety: Tepin × Lemon Drop (Tepin × Lemon Drop)
• Botanical species: Capsicum annuum × baccatum
• Type: Interspecific cross
• Hotness: 20,000–50,000 SHU
• Growth: Similar to Capsicum baccatum
• Taste: Aromatic and complex
• Character: Lemon Drop flavor + Tepin spiciness
• Aromatic feature: Delicate note reminiscent of pine wood
• Suitable for: Lovers of aromatic and more unusual chili peppers.

🔥 Anger

20,000–50,000 SHU

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing: January – April
Location: Indoors
Germination temperature: 20–30°C
Greenhouse: for higher yields
Planting outdoors: around the end of May
Support: taller plants can be tied up
Pruning: possible to shape a more compact plant.

In autumn, the plants can be moved to pots and brought to a bright windowsill, where, under suitable conditions, they can continue fruiting.

🍴 Culinary app

Because of the aromatic Lemon Drop character and the spiciness of Tepin , this variety is particularly interesting for homemade hot sauces, salsas, marinades and spicy dishes where the pepper flavor must remain distinct.

The characteristic aromatic note also makes it a good candidate for experiments with fish, poultry and fresh sauces , where the citrus-fruity characteristics of Lemon Drop traditionally combine very well.