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Attribute Apple Pepper Remove Friggitello Remove NuMex Joe E Parker Remove
Scoville range 500 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
4,000 – 6,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Europe Italy New Mexico, USA
Ripe color Red Green Green to Red
Pod size 3-4 inches (round) 3-4 inches 6-8 inches
Flavor profile Sweet, fruity, minimal heat Sweet, mild Mild heat
Culinary uses Stuffing, pickling, fresh use Italian frying pepper New Mexico green chile, roasting
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 65-75 days 75-85 days
Plant height 18-24 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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