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NuMex Big Jim
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Fresno Pepper
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Poblano Pepper
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| Scoville range | 500 – 2,500 SHU Mild |
2,500 – 10,000 SHU Mild |
1,000 – 2,000 SHU Mild |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | New Mexico, USA | Fresno, California, USA | Puebla, Mexico |
| Ripe color | Green to Red | Green to Red | Dark Green to Red |
| Pod size | 8-12 inches | 2-3 inches | 4-6 inches |
| Flavor profile | Mild New Mexico flavor | Fruity, slightly smoky with moderate heat | Rich, earthy with mild heat |
| Culinary uses | World's largest - roasting, stuffing | Salsas, hot sauces, ceviche, jalapeño substitute | Chile rellenos, mole sauces, rajas, Mexican cuisine |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
| Days to harvest | 75-85 days | 70-80 days | 65-80 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches | 24-30 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.