Pepper Seeds - Sweet - Golden Marconi
80-90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Capsicum annuum. Marconi Golden Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, high-yielding, drought tolerant, sweet pepper with no heat. 0 Scoville Heat Units. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Marconi Golden sweet pepper seeds produce classically lobed fruits 6-9 inches long and 2-3 inches wide. Fully mature plants are 20-30 inches tall with about a 24-inch spread. ~3,360 seeds/oz.
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Growing Marconi Golden Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
Begin your pepper-growing adventure in late winter or early spring, about 2 months before the last expected frost in your area. Start the seeds indoors in a seed starting mix, placed in small pots or trays. Sow the seeds about 1/4 inch deep and cover lightly with soil. Peppers need warmth to germinate, so maintain a consistent temperature of 70-85 F. Using a heat mat can improve success rates. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and expect sprouts in 2-3 weeks.
After germination, provide plenty of light to avoid leggy plants. A south-facing window or a grow light are excellent options, ensuring at least 6-8 hours of direct light daily. Keep the ambient temperature around 65-70 F during the day and slightly cooler at night. This simulates ideal growing conditions, encouraging strong, sturdy growth. Once your seedlings have developed 2-3 true leaves and the threat of frost has passed, they’re ready to move outdoors. Begin by hardening off the plants—gradually acclimatize them to outdoor conditions over a week by increasing their time outside each day. This helps reduce transplant shock.
Choose a sunny, well-draining spot in your garden. Marconi peppers thrive in rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. Enrich the soil with compost or a balanced fertilizer before planting. Space the plants about 18-24 inches apart, allowing ample room for growth. Plant them at the same depth as they were in their pots to encourage strong roots. Water your peppers deeply once a week and more frequently during hot, dry periods. However, avoid over-watering as peppers are susceptible to root rot. A drip irrigation system can be an excellent investment, providing consistent moisture directly to the roots.
Pruning is optional but can help increase yields and airflow around the plants. Remove any lower branches touching the ground and trim a few upper branches to encourage bushier growth. This practice isn't necessary but can be beneficial, especially in regions with high humidity. Peppers are self-pollinating, but occasionally they might need help, especially in areas with low bee activity. Gently shake the plants to disperse pollen or use a small paintbrush to transfer pollen from one flower to another during warm, dry mornings for best results.
Planting basil, onions, or marigolds near your peppers can help repel pests and enhance growth. Avoid planting them near fennel or kohlrabi, which can inhibit their development. Watch out for pests like aphids, spider mites, and pepper weevils. Natural remedies such as neem oil or insecticidal soap can be effective. Encourage beneficial insects like ladybugs or lacewings to visit your garden to control pest populations naturally.
Harvesting Marconi Golden Peppers
Marconi Golden Sweet Peppers mature in about 80-90 days after transplanting. The peppers are ready when they’re firm, bright yellow, and about 6-8 inches long. Harvest by cutting the peppers with scissors or a sharp knife to avoid damaging the plant. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more fruit.
About Marconi Golden Pepper Garden Seeds
Marconi Golden peppers are an enchanting variety of Italian sweet peppers known for their long, tapered shape and vibrant golden-yellow color when mature.
The Marconi Golden pepper is part of the broader Marconi pepper family, which includes red and purple varieties. These peppers are named after Guglielmo Marconi, the Italian inventor and Nobel laureate renowned for his pioneering work on long-distance radio transmission. The Marconi peppers were developed in Italy.
The breeding of Marconi Golden peppers aimed at creating a pepper that was not only sweet and flavorful but also robust enough to thrive in various climates. Additionally, these peppers have a longer growing season than other varieties, allowing for an extended harvesting period.
Marconi Golden peppers are extremely versatile. Their sweet flavor intensifies when cooked, making them perfect for grilling, roasting, and sautéing.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Marconi Golden is touted to be one of the sweetest peppers on the market, even among sweet peppers. I think it would go perfectly sauteed with caramelized onions on top of a burger."
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Marconi Golden Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- .25 oz - Approximately 840 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 3,360 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 13,440 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 53,760 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 268,800 Seeds
Non-GMO Marconi Golden Pepper seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Capsicum annuum |
| 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. |
| Marconi Golden Pepper Color: | Yellow |
| Marconi Golden 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: | 80-90 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 12-24 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 20-30 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: | 0 |
| Heat Level: | Sweet - Peppers with no heat. 0-99 on the Scoville Scale. |
| 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: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Containers |
| Pepper Use: | Slicing, Grilling, Sauteing |
| Climate Tolerance: | Drought Tolerant |