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Banana Pepper
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NuMex Big Jim
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| Scoville range | 500 SHU Mild |
500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | South America | New Mexico, USA |
| Ripe color | Yellow to Red | Green to Red |
| Pod size | 4-6 inches | 8-12 inches |
| Flavor profile | Mildly tangy and sweet | Mild New Mexico flavor |
| Culinary uses | Pickled for sandwiches and pizzas, stuffed, salads | World's largest - roasting, stuffing |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 65-75 days | 75-85 days |
| Plant height | 16-24 inches | 24-30 inches |
| Community rating | — | — |
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