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Pepper profile

Bull Nose

Origin
USA (heirloom)
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Red
Pod size
4-5 inches

Scoville heat range

500 SHU

Mild heat level

About Bull Nose

Bull Nose is historic American bell-type pepper. Rating 0-500 SHU means minimal heat. One of oldest American pepper varieties. The blocky shape resembles bull’s nose. Sweet flavor excellent roasted. Important historical variety. Nearly square shape. Very reliable producer. Shows early American pepper cultivation. Pre-dates modern bell peppers.

Flavor profile

Sweet with minimal heat

In the kitchen

Historic variety, roasting, stuffing

Growing information

Difficulty
Easy
Days to harvest
70-80 days
Plant height
24-30 inches

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