About NuMex Garnet
NuMex Garnet is New Mexico red chile variety. Rating 3,000-5,000 SHU offers mild heat. Developed by New Mexico State University for deep red color. The garnet-red color is prized for red chile sauce. Excellent for grinding into powder. Mild heat allows generous use. Very productive plants. Essential for authentic New Mexico red chile. The color is particularly vibrant. Popular commercial variety in New Mexico. Makes beautiful red chile products.
Flavor profile
Mild with sweet notes
In the kitchen
New Mexico red chile, grinding
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Days to harvest
- 75-85 days
- Plant height
- 24-30 inches
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