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Attribute Korean Gochu Remove Jalapeño Remove Rezha Macedonian Remove
Scoville range 1,500 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
2,500 – 8,000 SHU
Mild
3,000 – 6,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Korea Mexico (Veracruz) Macedonia
Ripe color Red Green to Red Red
Pod size 4-6 inches 2-3 inches 6-8 inches
Flavor profile Mild heat Bright, grassy with moderate heat Mild to medium heat
Culinary uses Gochugaru, gochujang, kimchi Salsas, nachos, poppers, pickling, hot sauces Balkan cuisine, roasting
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days 75-85 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-36 inches 24-30 inches
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