Golden Greek (Pepperoncini) Pepper Seeds – 1917

Add a Mediterranean twist to your garden with Golden Greek Pepperoncini Pepper Seeds (1917). This unique variety produces mild, tangy, and slightly sweet peppers that are perfect for pickling, snacking, or adding to salads and antipasto platters. Known for their pale yellow to golden-green hue when harvested early, the fruits eventually ripen to a vibrant red if left on the plant.

Golden Greek Pepperoncini plants are compact, prolific, and easy to grow, making them an excellent choice for home gardeners, containers, or raised beds. Their crisp texture and mild heat level (100–500 Scoville units) make them a favorite for those who enjoy flavorful peppers without the burn.

Key Features

• Classic Greek pepperoncini variety.
• Mild heat (100–500 SHU), perfect for pickling.
• Fruits mature from pale yellow to red.
• Crisp texture with a tangy-sweet flavor.
• Prolific yields on compact plants.

How to Grow Golden Greek Pepperoncini Peppers

Planting Instructions:

• Start Indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost.
• Transplant Outdoors: After danger of frost, when soil is warm.
• Soil: Well-drained, rich in organic matter (pH 6.2–7.0).
• Light: Full sun (6–8 hours daily).
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart.
• Depth: ¼ inch deep.
• Germination: 7–14 days at 75–85°F (24–29°C).

Growing Tips:

• Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors.
• Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Harvest peppers when they are pale yellow for traditional pepperoncini flavor, or leave to ripen red for a sweeter taste.
• Great for pickling fresh off the vine.