Quadrato D'Asti Giallo

Family: Solanaceae Sweet Pepper

Sun-warmed, honey-gold peppers—Quadrato D’Asti Giallo—arrive with a bold bull’s-horn silhouette and a satiny skin that catches the light.

The flesh stays pleasantly crisp and juicy, with a bright, gently sweet flavor that shines in fresh salads and quick-roast favorites, then turns wonderfully mellow in sauces and pickled specialties. For gardeners, it’s a rewarding 80-day journey to a vivid harvest that looks as striking in the garden as it tastes on the plate.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 80 DaysHabit: Bush

Botanical illustration of Quadrato D'Asti Giallo

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Sep 8th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	80
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Cage
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

These bull’s-horn yellows are built for high-heat, quick cooking: the flesh stays crisp and juicy while the sweetness comes forward as the skin blisters. Slice them for salad crunch, then use the same pepper in a quick roast or pickles where that gentle heat won’t overpower the tang.

Best Uses

thin slicing for crunchy salads where it won’t go watery
quick-roasting or blistering until the skin chars and the flesh stays juicy
pan-searing and tucking into hot oil for a fast, glossy finish
quick-pickling for a tangy, sweet-crunch snack

Flavor Profile

bright honey-gold sweetness crisp, juicy pepper flesh light, clean pepper heat satiny skin with a snappy bite

Kitchen Pairings

lemon garlic olive oil goat cheese chicken sherry vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often affects Capsicum annuum (Italian Pepperoncini), and how do I treat it?

A common problem is aphids, which cluster on new growth and can cause curled leaves and sticky residue. Rinse plants with a strong spray of water first, then apply insecticidal soap (especially under leaves) every 5–7 days until you see no new colonies. If you notice wilting with dark stem lesions or rapidly spreading leaf spots, remove affected leaves promptly and avoid overhead watering to reduce spread.

How often should I water Capsicum annuum during the main growing phase?

During flowering and fruiting, keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—aim for watering when the top 1 inch feels dry. In full sun home gardens, this is often about 1–2 deep waterings per week depending on heat and soil type; water slowly so moisture reaches the root zone. Mulch helps prevent the quick swings that can trigger blossom-end issues and uneven fruit set.

How can I tell when Quadrato D’Asti Giallo (Capsicum annuum) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach mature size and turn fully yellow, usually around the 80-day mark from transplant. Pick peppers by the stem using snips or a gentle twist, and harvest frequently once they color so plants keep producing. If you wait too long past full yellow, the fruits may become softer and production can slow.