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Attribute Ancho Pepper Remove Jimmy Nardello Remove Banana Pepper Remove
Scoville range 1,000 – 2,000 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Mexico Italy/USA South America
Ripe color Dark Red-Brown (dried) Red Yellow to Red
Pod size 4-5 inches 8-10 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Sweet, raisin-like, mild smoky Sweet Mildly tangy and sweet
Culinary uses Most important dried chili - moles, sauces, rubs Italian sweet frying, heirloom Pickled for sandwiches and pizzas, stuffed, salads
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 80-90 days 80-90 days 65-75 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 16-24 inches
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