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Attribute Prairie Fire Remove Cayenne – Golden Remove Fish Remove
Scoville range 10,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
30,000 – 50,000 SHU
Medium
5,000 – 30,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA (ornamental) USA (cultivated) Mid-Atlantic USA
Ripe color Yellow to Orange to Red Golden Yellow Cream striped to Orange-Red
Pod size 1-2 inches 4-6 inches 2-3 inches
Flavor profile Moderate heat Sharp heat with fruity, citrus notes Moderate heat
Culinary uses Ornamental, compact variety Hot sauces, powders, colorful dishes Alternative name, African-American heirloom
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 65-75 days 70-80 days 80-90 days
Plant height 8-12 inches 24-36 inches 24-30 inches
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