Greek Pepperoncini Hot Pepper Seeds

Greek Pepperoncini Hot Pepper Seeds grow the mild, tangy Greek pepperoncini, also known as the Stavros Greek pepper. Sweeter than the Italian type and similar to a sweet banana pepper, it carries a gentle heat of 800 to 2,000 SHU. Its thin walls make it ideal for pickling, the classic use as a garnish for sandwiches and pizza.

At a glance

• Variety: Greek (Stavros) pepperoncini
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, mild
• Heat: 800 to 2,000 SHU
• Walls: Thin, well suited to pickling
• Sun: Full sun
• Planting depth: 1/4 inch, started under lights indoors
• Spacing: 24 inches apart
• Season: Spring

Best for

• Traditional pickling
• Garnishing sandwiches, pizza, and salads
• Gardeners who want mild, tangy peppers
• Mediterranean-style cooking
• Fresh eating off the vine

How to grow

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep under lights indoors in spring, then transplant into full sun, spacing plants 24 inches apart in a single row or wide-row block. Keep the bed weed-free with steady moisture and harvest peppers young and green for the best tangy crunch.

Flavor profile

Slightly sweet and tangy with a mild, pleasant heat and crisp bite.

About Papaws Garden Supply

Papaws Garden Supply is a family-minded seed and garden company on a mission of helping the next generation to grow with nature, offering heirloom and certified seed stock for home growers.

Always wear proper protective equipment when handling hot pepper seeds.