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Attribute Gochu Remove Cubanelle Pepper Remove Jimmy Nardello Remove
Scoville range 1,500 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
100 – 1,000 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Korea Cuba Italy/USA
Ripe color Green to Red Yellow-Green to Red Red
Pod size 3-4 inches 4-6 inches 8-10 inches
Flavor profile Mild with sweet flavor Sweet, mild with slight tang Sweet
Culinary uses Korean gochugaru (pepper flakes), kimchi Frying, stuffing, sofrito, roasting, Cuban dishes Italian sweet frying, heirloom
Growing difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days 80-90 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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