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Attribute Peter Pepper Red Remove Thai Dragon Remove Maras Pepper Remove
Scoville range 10,000 – 23,000 SHU
Medium
50,000 – 100,000 SHU
Medium
10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin Texas, USA Thailand Turkey (Kahramanmaraş)
Ripe color Red Green to Red Red
Pod size 3-5 inches 2-3 inches 4-6 inches
Flavor profile Moderate heat Intense heat with fruity, floral notes Moderate heat, fruity
Culinary uses Novelty shaped pepper, Texas Asian cuisine, hot sauces, stir-fries Turkish cuisine, pepper flakes
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 75-85 days 75-90 days 85-95 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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