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Pepper profile

Carmen

Origin
Europe (hybrid)
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Red
Pod size
6-8 inches

Scoville heat range

500 SHU

Mild heat level

About Carmen

Carmen is gourmet European sweet pepper hybrid. Rating 0-500 SHU means minimal heat. These long sweet peppers have exceptional flavor. AAS Winner for flavor and productivity. The sweetness is remarkable. Perfect roasted or fresh. Very early and productive. Commercial quality. Popular in European markets. Shows successful sweet pepper breeding. Premium variety with great taste.

Flavor profile

Sweet, no heat

In the kitchen

European roasting, gourmet

Growing information

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

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