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Attribute Nosegay Remove Serrano Pepper Remove NuMex Easter Remove
Scoville range 20,000 – 40,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 23,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA (ornamental) Mexico (Puebla and Hidalgo) New Mexico, USA
Ripe color Purple to Red Green to Red Lavender to Yellow to Orange to Red
Pod size 2-3 inches 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Moderate to hot Crisp, bright, immediate sharp heat Hot, ornamental
Culinary uses Ornamental bouquet-like Pico de gallo, fresh salsas, hot sauces, ceviche Easter colors, edible ornamental
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 70-80 days 75-85 days 70-80 days
Plant height 14-18 inches 24-36 inches 12-18 inches
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