Slender, lightly wrinkled pods with gentle heat and a bright, tangy bite — the classic choice for pickled rings. Great for beds or large containers; perfect for pickling, antipasti, Greek salads, sandwiches, pizzas.
🌶️ Heat: ~100–500 SHU (mild) • ✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination
Why You’ll Love It
Crisp, thin walls that stay snappy in brine.
Dependable, early yields on compact, sturdy plants.
Versatile flavor — mild heat most everyone enjoys.
Harvest pale yellow/green for crunch; ripen red for sweeter notes.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
Botanical name
Capsicum annuum — Pepperoncini (sweet/mild chili)
Sun
Full sun (6–8+ hrs; warmth improves fruit set)
Sowing method
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost with bottom heat; transplant after nights stay >55°F / 13°C and soil is warm.
Sowing depth
¼″ / 6 mm (steady warmth & moisture)
Spacing
18–24″ / 45–60 cm; rows 24–36″ / 60–90 cm (stake if fruit-laden)
Germination
~7–14 days at ~75–90°F / 24–32°C (heat mat helps)
Soil
Fertile, well-drained; moderate feeding; mulch to retain warmth & moisture
Harvest
Pale yellow/green ~60–75 days; red ~75–90+ days from transplant.
Ways to Use
Slice into rings and quick-pickle for subs, salads, and pizzas.
Stuff small pods with cheese or tuna for appetizers.
Roast lightly and marinate with olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
What You’ll Receive
Select your pack size in the listing variations
Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
Simple sowing guide
Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: For maximum crunch in jars, harvest young and firm at the pale stage. Keep plants evenly watered and mulched; frequent picking encourages steady new blooms.
