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Attribute Scotch Bonnet – Jamaican Red Remove Scotch Bonnet Remove Habanero – Peach Remove
Scoville range 100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
100,000 – 350,000 SHU
Medium
Species Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense Capsicum chinense
Origin Jamaica Caribbean Caribbean
Ripe color Red Yellow, Orange, Red Peach-Pink
Pod size 1-2 inches 1-2 inches 1-2 inches
Flavor profile Extreme heat, fruity Extreme heat with sweet, fruity, smoky flavor Fruity, floral heat with peachy sweetness
Culinary uses Jamaican jerk, authentic Jamaican jerk, Caribbean hot sauces, stews Fruit-based hot sauces, gourmet cuisine
Growing difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Days to harvest 95-105 days 90-100 days 95-105 days
Plant height 24-36 inches 24-36 inches 24-36 inches
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