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Italian Pepperoncini · Pepper

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Planting Schedule

Add Italian Pepperoncini to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 13th
Last FrostJun 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 27th
Harvest BeginsOct 10th
Harvest EndsAug 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start pepperoncini indoors early under steady warmth, then transplant only once soil is reliably warm (about 60°F+) and nights are consistently above ~50°F to avoid cold-stunting.