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Pepper profile

Cherry Bomb

Origin
USA (hybrid)
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Red
Pod size
2-3 inches round

Scoville heat range

2,500 – 5,000 SHU

Mild heat level

About Cherry Bomb

Cherry Bomb is round hybrid pepper for stuffing. Rating 2,500-5,000 SHU offers mild to medium heat. The perfectly round shape is ideal for stuffing. Thick walls hold up well. Popular for making stuffed cherry peppers. Early and very productive. The heat is moderate and approachable. Excellent pickled. Compact plants perfect for containers. Shows breeding for specific culinary use.

Flavor profile

Mild to medium heat

In the kitchen

Stuffing, pickling, fresh

Growing information

Difficulty
Easy
Days to harvest
65-75 days
Plant height
18-24 inches

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