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Attribute Mulato Pepper Remove Hungarian Wax Remove Shishito Pepper Remove
Scoville range 2,500 – 3,000 SHU
Mild
1,000 – 15,000 SHU
Mild
50 – 200 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Mexico Hungary Japan
Ripe color Dark Brown (dried) Yellow to Red Green
Pod size 4-5 inches 6-8 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Chocolate, licorice, cherry notes Mild to medium heat Sweet, slightly smoky, occasional mild heat
Culinary uses Mole poblano, complex sauces Pickling, Hungarian cuisine Blistered with sea salt, tempura-fried, stir-fries
Growing difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Days to harvest 85-95 days 70-80 days 60-70 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 18-24 inches 24-36 inches
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