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Aji Limo Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds – Capsicum chinense

Aji Limo Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds – Capsicum chinense

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Aji Limo Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds - The Citrusy Fire of Peru (Capsicum chinense)

Product Overview:
Unlock the vibrant flavors of the Andes with our Aji Limo Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds. This variety, also known as Lemon Drop pepper, brings the authentic taste of Peruvian cuisine right into your garden. Originating from pre-Columbian times, Aji Limo peppers are celebrated for their distinctive citrus flavor and a heat that’s both invigorating and manageable.

Key Features:
- Non-GMO & Heirloom: Pure, unaltered genetics for true-to-type peppers season after season.
- Citrusy Heat: Offers a tangy, lemon-like flavor with a spicy kick, perfect for salsas, ceviches, and more.
- Vibrant Pods: Peppers ripen from green to a brilliant yellow, adding a splash of color to your garden or dish.
- Resilient Growth: Known for their hardiness, these plants are ideal for both novice and seasoned gardeners.

Benefits:
- Unique Flavor Profile: Adds a zesty, fiery taste to your culinary creations, enhancing meals with its citrusy zest.
- High Yield: Prolific plant that produces dozens of peppers, ensuring you have plenty for fresh use or preservation.
- Ornamental Value: Not only for eating, these plants are visually appealing, making them perfect for ornamental gardens.
- Cultural Connection: Grow a piece of Peruvian heritage; these peppers are a staple in many traditional dishes.

Planting Instructions:
- Start Indoors: Begin seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Use well-draining soil, cover seeds lightly, and keep at a temperature of 75-90°F for germination.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, spacing plants about 18 inches apart.
- Growth: Provide full sun exposure and regular watering. Aji Limo plants can grow up to 24 inches tall and may benefit from staking.

Packaging:
- Comes in eco-friendly, resealable packaging to ensure seed viability and freshness.
- Available in various quantities to suit your gardening needs, from small packets for home gardens to larger quantities for commercial grows.

Ideal For:
- Gardeners seeking to add exotic, flavorful peppers to their collection.
- Culinary enthusiasts wanting to experiment with authentic Peruvian ingredients.
- Conservation of heirloom varieties, preserving biodiversity in your garden.

Bring the heat and heritage of Peru to your garden with Aji Limo Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds. Experience the joy of growing your own spicy, citrusy peppers that are sure to become a highlight in your kitchen and garden.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Botanical name: Capsicum chinense

Shipping, delivery & pickup

Pickup & local delivery only items: products marked “Pickup & local delivery only” (many of our herbs, powders, teas, culinary spices and salts) do not ship. Pick them up at 505 Bear Canyon Dr, Manchaca, TX 78652, or call (737) 217-9241 to arrange delivery anywhere within 15–20 miles of Manchaca. An order that includes any of these items can’t be shipped; choose pickup at checkout, or call us to arrange delivery.

Free shipping: free shipping on all orders over $100 in the continental U.S.; the shipping method is chosen by Gardens of the Ancients staff. Mailing list members get free standard USPS shipping on orders over $60 when signed in to their Shop account. Live plants and cuttings are not eligible for free shipping and ship at their own flat rates.

Plants and cuttings must be ordered separately from other products. Live plants and cuttings ship to the lower 48 states and Washington, DC only — not to Alaska or Hawaii. Seeds ship to all 50 states.

Pickup: order online or by phone first; there is no walk-in shopping. Pickup orders are usually ready the same day during pickup hours (Mon–Thu, 9:30am–3:30pm). Weekend pickup depends on availability, so call (737) 217-9241 to ask. Otherwise, orders are ready during business hours the next business day.

Local delivery: call (737) 217-9241 to arrange. We deliver anywhere within 15–20 miles of Manchaca. Free to Manchaca, Buda and 78652; Kyle and elsewhere in Austin $8–$15 depending on distance and urgency.

Shipping: products that ship go out in 1–2 business days.

Returns

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