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Attribute Sweet Heat Remove Mulato Pepper Remove
Scoville range 3,000 – 5,000 SHU
Mild
2,500 – 3,000 SHU
Mild
Species Capsicum annuum Capsicum annuum
Origin USA (hybrid) Mexico
Ripe color Red Dark Brown (dried)
Pod size 4-6 inches 4-5 inches
Flavor profile Sweet with gentle warmth Chocolate, licorice, cherry notes
Culinary uses Fresh, stuffing, grilling Mole poblano, complex sauces
Growing difficulty Easy Moderate
Days to harvest 70-75 days 85-95 days
Plant height 18-24 inches 24-30 inches
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