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Attribute Numex Sandia Remove Pepperoncini Remove
Scoville range 5,000 – 7,000 SHU
Mild
100 – 500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin New Mexico, USA Greece/Italy
Ripe color Red Yellow-Green
Pod size 6-8 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Hot New Mexico flavor Mild, tangy
Culinary uses Red chile sauce, ristras Greek/Italian pickling, sandwiches
Growing difficulty Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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