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How to Grow Golden Greek Pepperoncini Sweet Peppers from Seed
It‚s recommended to start Golden Greek pepperoncini pepper seeds indoors in early spring, sowing them 1/4‚ deep and keeping them moist until germination. Once the pepper seeds have sprouted, they can be moved into either larger pots or directly into the rich soil of a vegetable garden (with at least 18‚ of spacing between the individual plants).
Golden Greek Pepperoncini Sweet Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
Golden Greek Pepperoncini Sweet Peppers are a great addition to any garden, particularly if you live in a climate well-suited for growing peppers. Rated between 100 and 500 on the Scoville scale, these peppers are eaten both in the yellow-green stage and the red stage of full maturity. When green, the peppers grown from these seeds are subtly sweet with a hint of bitterness. When red, they are even sweeter but also with some mild heat.
Harvesting Golden Greek Pepperoncini Sweet Peppers
The peppers grown from these seeds will initially be yellow-green before turning orange and scarlet red at maturity, and will reach a length of up to 4‚. As with most types of peppers, it‚s often best to snip the fruit from the plant with shears (leaving a small amount of stem behind on the plant). Because these peppers are very mild, you should not need to wear gloves wen harvesting unless you have sensitive skin.
About Golden Greek Pepperoncini Sweet Pepper Seeds
Capsicum annuum. (85-90 days) AKA: Greekonicini.
Sweet with mild bitterness when green, sweet with more heat when red.
Golden Greek Pepperoncini are about 4" long by 1" wide and hail from Greece.
They are mildly hot.
Turn from green, to yellow and red.
Most people pick them in there "Golden" color.
Excellent pickled or in Greek salads.
Plant grows about 48" tall.
Golden Greek Pepperoncini Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg - Packet Seeds - Approximately 30 Seeds
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Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Capsicum annuum
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Pepper Type: |
Sweet - These peppers (think Bell Peppers) are almost all at 0 on the Scoville Scale, meaning that they have no heat at all. A handful of sweet peppers do register very low on the Scoville scale but are still classed as sweet peppers. For example, Pepperoncinis are sweet peppers but usually rank around 100 to 500 on the Scoville Scale. |
Golden Greek Pepperoncini Pepper Color: |
Green, Yellow |
Golden Greek Pepperoncini Pepper Flavor: |
Sweet |
Growing Info
Hardiness Zone: |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11. |
Days to Maturity: |
85-90 (from transplant) |
Days to Germination: |
7-10 |
Seeding Depth: |
0.25 inch |
Plant Spacing: |
12-18 inches |
Row Spacing: |
24-36 inches |
Plant Height: |
24-36 inches |
Growth Habit: |
Upright |
Soil Preference: |
Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.5 pH), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting, similar to tomatoes. Peppers also need sufficient amounts of phosphorus and calcium. We recommend using a balanced fertilizer for the best results. |
Temperature Preference: |
Warmer (70-85 F). During high heat, foliar and flower development slow or pause until temperatures return to the preferred range. |
Light Preference: |
Full Sun |
Other
Direct Sow: |
No |
Start Indoors: |
Yes Start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. Harden off and transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall. Bury the stem slightly deeper than the root ball. Avoid planting hot and sweet peppers right next to each other, as they can cross-pollinate, potentially affecting the flavors of your harvested peppers. |
Pepper Pollination: |
Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase success rates of fertilization and fruit production. |
Plant Width: |
18-24 inches |
Deer Resistant: |
No |
Scoville Heat Units: |
100 to 500 |
Heat Level: |
Mild - 100 to 2,500 on the Scoville Scale. Example: Poblano Ancho or Pepperoncini |
Growth Speed: |
Mid - Ready for harvest around 76 to 90 days from transplant. |
Germination Temperature: |
80-90 F |
Pests and Diseases: |
Peppers are commonly susceptible to cutworms, aphids, flea beetles, bacterial spot, Phytophthora, sunscald, and blossom end rot. To avoid or reduce problems with pests and diseases, stick to a regular watering schedule (drip irrigation is preferred), plant into well-draining soils, and utilize practices such as crop rotation. When taking pest control measures, consider utilizing integrated pest management principles by using mechanical removal, biological control, and other cultural practices before turning to chemical agents. |
Garden Size: |
Container, Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
Pepper Use: |
Salads, pickling and sandwiches |