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Attribute Doux des Landes Remove NuMex Lemon Spice Remove NuMex Piñata Remove
Scoville range 500 SHU
Mild
500 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
3,000 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin France New Mexico, USA New Mexico, USA
Ripe color Red Yellow Yellow streaked with Red
Pod size 6-8 inches 3-4 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Sweet, no heat Mild with lemon notes Mild to medium heat
Culinary uses French cuisine, roasting Mild jalapeño with citrus Festive streaked appearance
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days 75-85 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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