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Attribute Jimmy Nardello Remove NuMex Lemon Spice Remove Purple Jalapeño Remove
Scoville range 500 SHU
Mild
500 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
2,500 – 8,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Italy/USA New Mexico, USA Mexico
Ripe color Red Yellow Purple to Red
Pod size 8-10 inches 3-4 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Sweet Mild with lemon notes Mild to medium heat
Culinary uses Italian sweet frying, heirloom Mild jalapeño with citrus Unique colored jalapeño
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 80-90 days 70-80 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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