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Attribute Kalocsai Remove Czech Black Remove
Scoville range 2,000 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
5,000 – 15,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Hungary Czech Republic
Ripe color Red Purple-Black to Red
Pod size 4-6 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Mild heat Mild to moderate heat
Culinary uses Hungarian paprika production Purple Czech variety
Growing difficulty Easy Easy
Days to harvest 80-90 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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