NuMex April Fool's Day

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NuMex April Fool's Day
NMSU April Fool's DayEdit
A-L-R-2-036
C. annuum
300 - 500
Mild (1–1,000 SHU)
RedEdit
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A member of the C. annuum group. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Packs 300–500 SHU (very mild, barely any heat). Originates from New Mexico, USA. From the work of NMSU Chile Pepper Institute. Part of NMSU's NuMex breeding program, which has released dozens of improved New Mexico chile varieties.

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How hot is the NuMex April Fool's Day?

The NuMex April Fool's Day measures 300–500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a mild pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

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