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Attribute Peperone di Altino Remove Corno di Toro Remove
Scoville range 100 SHU
Mild
500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Abruzzo, Italy Italy
Ripe color Red Red or Yellow
Pod size 3-5 inches 8-10 inches
Flavor profile Sweet Sweet, fruity, minimal heat
Culinary uses Sweet Italian frying pepper Roasting, frying, Italian cuisine
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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