Jes's Purple Peach

Jes's Purple Peach Pepper

Jes’s Purple Peach Pepper is a stunning and unique variety created by Jes Tollerup Christensen in Denmark. This cross between Murupi Amarela and Pimenta de Neyde produces elongated, slender pods reminiscent of the Murupi Amarela. The peppers ripen to an exquisite peach hue with purple mottling, which varies from pod to pod—some heavily mottled, others more subtle. This visual appeal makes it a standout addition to any pepper garden.

With a heat level ranging from 750,000 to 1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), Jes's Purple Peach is considered super-hot. The heat builds gradually, delivering an intense burn with a numbing sensation. The flavor profile is complex, combining floral notes with slight bitterness, making it ideal for enthusiasts who enjoy nuanced, high-heat peppers.

The plants are highly productive and grow to a medium height of approximately 3-4 feet, thriving in warm climates with well-drained soil. Pods typically measure around 2.5 to 4 inches in length, making them versatile for drying, powders, or hot sauces. This Capsicum chinense variety is a mid-to-late season pepper that matures in roughly 100-120 days.

Days: 100-120
Species: Capsicum chinense
SHU: 750,000-1,000,000
Heat Level: Super Hot
Plant Size: 3-4 feet
Pod Size: 2.5-4 inches
Color: Peach with Purple Mottling
Flavor: Floral with slight bitterness
Creator: Jes Tollerup Christensen
Seed Source: Matt's Peppers