{"product_id":"italian-pepperoncini-seeds-25-sweet-pickling-pepper-seeds-for-planting","title":"Italian Pepperoncini Seeds – 25 Sweet Pickling Pepper Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eItalian Pepperoncini are a classic sweet pepper prized for their mild, tangy flavor and crisp texture. These golden-green peppers are a staple in Mediterranean cooking, often pickled whole or sliced for sandwiches, salads, and antipasto platters. The compact plants are productive and easy to grow, making them a favorite for home vegetable gardens and container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you enjoy them fresh, pickled, or roasted, Italian Pepperoncini add a delightful mild heat and sweetness to your kitchen. Their vibrant color and uniform shape also make them an attractive addition to any garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet flavor with a hint of tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin-walled, crisp peppers ideal for pickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants that thrive in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers mature from green to red if left on the plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fresh eating, pickling, and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart pepperoncini seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep soil warm (75-85°F) for best germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off for outdoor planting after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to conserve moisture. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Peppers can be harvested when they reach full size but are still green, or allowed to ripen to red for a sweeter flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Italian Pepperoncini seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739785822518,"sku":"EDNA-548","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7787767151_jnrp.jpg?v=1792115838","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/italian-pepperoncini-seeds-25-sweet-pickling-pepper-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}