Italian Pepperoncini
Pepper · Wax / Banana
Capsicum annuum
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Solanaceae (Nightshade family) · Genus: Capsicum
About
Prolific plants produce 4", mildly hot fruits that mature from green to red.
Characteristics
Heat Level
Mild
Intended Use
Pickling
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Origin
Italian
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Germination
10–21 days
at 75–80 °F
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Days to Maturity
65 days
Fruit Size
4 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Seed Spacing
18–24 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–95 °F
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Soil Temp
75–80 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
START INDOORS in a warm, well-lighted area about 8 weeks before planting outdoors. Sow seed 1/4" deep into individual containers filled with seed starting formula. Keep moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days at 75-80°F. Before transplanting, move to a sheltered area outside for a week.
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