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Attribute Pasilla Pepper Remove Rezha Macedonian Remove Poblano Pepper Remove
Scoville range 1,000 – 2,500 SHU
Mild
3,000 – 6,000 SHU
Mild
1,000 – 2,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Mexico Macedonia Puebla, Mexico
Ripe color Dark Brown (dried) Red Dark Green to Red
Pod size 6-8 inches 6-8 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Notes of cocoa, raisins, herbs Mild to medium heat Rich, earthy with mild heat
Culinary uses Mole sauces, enchilada sauce, Mexican cooking Balkan cuisine, roasting Chile rellenos, mole sauces, rajas, Mexican cuisine
Growing difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 80-90 days 75-85 days 65-80 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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