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Pepper profile

10 Ton

Origin
USA (hybrid)
Ripe color
Red
Pod size
2-3 inches

Scoville heat range

100,000 – 325,000 SHU

Medium heat level

About 10 Ton

10 Ton is habanero-type pepper with intense heat. Rating 100,000-325,000 SHU offers serious heat. The name suggests weight of heat it packs. Flavor is fruity and floral like habanero. Makes excellent hot sauces. The heat is intense but not superhot level. Very productive plants. Good for those wanting habanero flavor with reliability. The fruity notes are pronounced. Popular in Caribbean-style cooking.

Flavor profile

Habanero-level heat

In the kitchen

Hot sauces, Caribbean cuisine

Growing information

Difficulty
Moderate
Days to harvest
90-100 days
Plant height
24-36 inches

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