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| Attribute | Peter Pepper Yellow Remove | Cayenne – Golden Remove | Prairie Fire Remove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoville range | 10,000 – 23,000 SHU Medium |
30,000 – 50,000 SHU Medium |
10,000 – 30,000 SHU Medium |
| Species | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum | Capsicum annuum |
| Origin | Texas, USA | USA (cultivated) | USA (ornamental) |
| Ripe color | Yellow | Golden Yellow | Yellow to Orange to Red |
| Pod size | 3-5 inches | 4-6 inches | 1-2 inches |
| Flavor profile | Moderate heat | Sharp heat with fruity, citrus notes | Moderate heat |
| Culinary uses | Yellow novelty Texas pepper | Hot sauces, powders, colorful dishes | Ornamental, compact variety |
| Growing difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
| Days to harvest | 75-85 days | 70-80 days | 65-75 days |
| Plant height | 24-30 inches | 24-36 inches | 8-12 inches |
| Community rating | — | — | — |
Scoville values are laboratory ranges for the variety, not for an individual pod. Blank cells are not recorded; see each pepper's page for sources and review state.