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Pepper profile

NuMex Easter

Origin
New Mexico, USA
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Lavender to Yellow to Orange to Red
Pod size
1-2 inches

Scoville heat range

30,000 – 50,000 SHU

Medium heat level

About NuMex Easter

NuMex Easter is ornamental with Easter egg colors. Rating 30,000-50,000 SHU offers cayenne-level heat. Fruits display pastel Easter colors. Developed by New Mexico State University. Fully edible with good heat. Compact plants for containers. The color progression is festive. Very productive plants. Perfect for spring gardens. Shows themed ornamental breeding.

Flavor profile

Hot, ornamental

In the kitchen

Easter colors, edible ornamental

Growing information

Difficulty
Easy
Days to harvest
70-80 days
Plant height
12-18 inches

Sources

  1. Website or article Know The Pepper — Ultimate Pepper Heat Database (opens in a new tab)

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