MediumNew Mexico, USA
NuMex Piñata Jalapeño
A colorful variety from New Mexico State University that matures from yellow to orange to red. Multiple colors can appear on the same plant, creating a "piñata" of colors. Great for fresh eating and pickling.
Scoville Heat Units
3,000to5,000SHU
Flavor Notes
sweetfruitymild heat
Best Uses
freshpicklingsalsadecorative
Cuisine Types
southwesternmexican
Quick Facts
- Color
- yellow-orange-red
- Availability
- specialty
- Season
- summer-fall
- Days to Maturity
- 80 days
- Plant Size
- 2.5-3 feet tall
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