Lemon Drop

Pepper

75d to harvest

Sunlit and electric, Lemon Drop peppers ripen to a buttery yellow that glows against deep green foliage, with a bright, citrusy heat that builds quickly and lingers pleasantly. The fruits are slender and tapered, smooth-skinned and pleasantly firm, offering a crisp snap and a lively, aromatic bite that shines in fresh salsas, roasted pepper blends, and tangy sauces. Grow Lemon Drop for a garden that feels like a bouquet of warm lanterns—then harvest for bold, flavorful heat that’s as versatile as it is beautiful.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 6th
Last Frost	May 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 20th
Harvest Begins	Oct 3rd
Harvest Ends	Aug 29th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water sweet corn during its main growth phase?

During the period from tasseling through ear fill, keep soil evenly moist—about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week, split into 1–2 waterings if it doesn’t rain. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings, but don’t allow the root zone to dry out, because drought at silking can cause missing or poorly filled kernels.

How do I know when Lemon Drop sweet corn is ready to harvest?

Harvest when ears are 18–22 days after silking, or when kernels feel plump and exude milky juice when pressed (usually around 75 days to maturity). In general for sweet corn, the best sweetness is close to peak maturity—if you wait too long, kernels become starchy and lose flavor quickly. Plan to harvest in the morning and refrigerate promptly for best eating quality.