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Attribute Golden Greek Pepperoncini Remove Chilhuacle Negro Remove Pepperoncini Remove
Scoville range 100 – 500 SHU
Mild
1,000 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
100 – 500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Greece Oaxaca, Mexico Greece/Italy
Ripe color Golden Yellow Black-Brown Yellow-Green
Pod size 2-3 inches 3-4 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Mild, sweet-tangy Very mild Mild, tangy
Culinary uses Traditional Greek pickles Oaxacan mole negro Greek/Italian pickling, sandwiches
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 90-100 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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