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Pepper profile

Ember

Origin
USA (hybrid)
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Orange-Red
Pod size
3-4 inches

Scoville heat range

30,000 – 50,000 SHU

Medium heat level

About Ember

Ember is compact cayenne-type with orange-red color. Rating 30,000-50,000 SHU offers cayenne heat. Compact plants perfect for containers. The orange-red color is attractive. Early and productive. Excellent for fresh use or drying. The heat is clean and sharp. Very adaptable variety. Perfect for patio growing. Shows breeding for compact ornamental-culinary use.

Flavor profile

Hot cayenne flavor

In the kitchen

Fresh use, hot sauces

Growing information

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

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