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Attribute Hungarian Wax Remove Shishito Pepper Remove
Scoville range 1,000 – 15,000 SHU
Mild
50 – 200 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Hungary Japan
Ripe color Yellow to Red Green
Pod size 6-8 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Mild to medium heat Sweet, slightly smoky, occasional mild heat
Culinary uses Pickling, Hungarian cuisine Blistered with sea salt, tempura-fried, stir-fries
Growing difficulty Easy Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 60-70 days
Plant height 18-24 inches 24-36 inches
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