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Attribute Sandia Remove Czech Black Remove Pimento Pepper Remove
Scoville range 5,000 – 7,000 SHU
Mild
5,000 – 15,000 SHU
Mild
100 – 500 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin New Mexico, USA Czech Republic Spain
Ripe color Red Purple-Black to Red Deep Red
Pod size 6-8 inches 3-4 inches 3-4 inches
Flavor profile Medium heat Mild to moderate heat Sweet, aromatic with slight tang
Culinary uses Red chile sauce, powder Purple Czech variety Stuffing olives, pimento cheese, roasting, spreads
Growing difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Days to harvest 75-85 days 70-80 days 70-80 days
Plant height 24-30 inches 24-30 inches 24-30 inches
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