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Attribute Lumbre Remove Puya Pepper Remove Jimmy Nardello Remove
Scoville range 8,000 – 10,000 SHU
Mild
5,000 – 8,000 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin New Mexico, USA Mexico Italy/USA
Ripe color Red Red Red
Pod size 5-7 inches 4-5 inches 8-10 inches
Flavor profile Medium-hot Moderate heat, fruity Sweet
Culinary uses New Mexico chile with more heat Mexican sauces, substitute for guajillo Italian sweet frying, heirloom
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 80-90 days 80-90 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-36 inches 24-30 inches
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