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Attribute Doe Hill Remove NuMex Lemon Spice Remove Mariachi Pepper Remove
Scoville range 3,000 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
500 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
3,000 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Virginia, USA New Mexico, USA Mexico
Ripe color Red Yellow Yellow to Red
Pod size 4-6 inches 3-4 inches 5-7 inches
Flavor profile Mild to medium heat Mild with lemon notes Mild heat with sweet flavor
Culinary uses Appalachian heirloom, regional cuisine Mild jalapeño with citrus Stuffing, roasting, fresh eating
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days 65-75 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 18-24 inches
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