A traditional specialty pepper from southern Italy, Pepperoncini is best known for pickled peppers. Also called Italian sweet peppers or Tuscan peppers, these mild, tangy fruits are typically harvested at 2–3 inches long when green or yellow-green. The peppers have a slightly wrinkled skin and crisp texture and are commonly used in salads, sandwiches, and antipasto platters. Plants produce fruits ranging from 2–5 inches long. Summer growing season; about 70 days to maturity. Container friendly.Category: Peppers
Name: Pepperoncini
Type: Speciality
Days to Maturity: 70
Season: Summer
Variety: Speciality
Container Friendly: Yes
Pepper - Pepperoncini (JulieAnn Gardens)
$4.95Price
Production Time
4 weeks
Plant Size
Approximate Sizing:
Plugs: 2-3" tall
2.5" Pots: 5-8" tall
3" Pots: 8-10" tall
Gallon: 12-16" tall
Light, Water, Fertilizer
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: When surface of soil is dry. Most vegetable plants benefit from not wetting foliage to prevent disease.
Fertilizer: Organic or conventional. Use as directed on the package for leafy greens. Use 1.5x if using an all purpose brand for heavy feeders such as tomatoes and squash.