Habanero Hot Lemon is a special Habanero variety that produces lemon-scented chili. The intensely spicy, bright yellow fruits, which are strongly ribbed and - unusually for Habaneros - pointed, grow on the bushy plants. They are excellent for fresh processing and for making fruity sauces and salsas. Because they have very thin fruit walls, they are suitable for drying and making a bright yellow chili powder.

The Habanero variety probably comes from the Yucatan region of Mexico. While the name 'Habanero' means 'from Havana' in English, they are only occasionally found in Cuba. They are still mainly grown in the Yucatan Peninsula, although there they are predominantly orange and yellow Habanero varieties. The red varieties mostly come from the Caribbean or the southern states of the US.

The germination temperature is between 22 and 28°C (8-21 days germination time), therefore the use of a greenhouse and a heating mat is recommended. The plants need healthy, well-fertilized, permeable soil and do not tolerate waterlogging. They should be planted in a sunny, sheltered spot with at least 6 hours of sunlight - preferably more. Put the plants outside approx. 2 to 3 weeks after the last frost. Since the plants have a long ripening period, they should be grown in pots so that the plants can be brought in when the temperature drops below 12°C during the day, allowing all the fruits to ripen. To overwinter after harvest, cut off 20 cm and place them in a bright place with a temperature of at least 15°C.