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Attribute Peter Pepper Remove Maras Pepper Remove
Scoville range 10,000 – 23,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Texas, USA Turkey (Kahramanmaraş)
Ripe color Red Red
Pod size 3-4 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Mild to moderate heat Moderate heat, fruity
Culinary uses Novelty, pickling, salsa Turkish cuisine, pepper flakes
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 75-85 days 85-95 days
Plant height 18-24 inches 24-30 inches
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