Goldfinger Ornamental Pepper Seeds – Slender Yellow Fruit, Edible Christmas Pepper (Capsicum annuum)

Goldfinger is a charming ornamental pepper with a distinctive look — slender, finger-shaped yellow fruits that point upright on a compact, houseplant-friendly plant. Taller than Filius Blue, Goldfinger’s elegant golden pods make it a standout on windowsills and in container gardens. A popular Christmas Pepper gift plant, it’s easy to grow from seed and makes a thoughtful, unusual present for any plant lover.

Variety Details

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Pod Shape: Slender, finger-shaped — upright
• Pod Color: Yellow at maturity
• Growth: Slightly taller than Filius Blue; compact houseplant form
• Best For: Indoor growing, windowsills, containers, gifting
• Heat Level: Hot — edible but handle with care

Starting Seeds

• Sow ¼ inch deep indoors in spring using organic seed-starting mix
• Germination temperature: 80–85°F — heat mat recommended
• Germination time: 1–4 weeks
• Soak seeds in room-temperature water for up to 24 hours before sowing
• Avoid jiffy peat pots or standard potting soil

Growing Tips

• Bright light with at least 4 hours of direct sun daily; supplement with grow lights if needed
• Keep soil evenly moist; ensure good pot drainage
• Maintain temperatures above 55°F — bring indoors in fall and winter
• Feed monthly with a pepper or tomato fertilizer
• Excellent as a gifted plant — consider starting several from seed for the holiday season

Harvest

Harvest mature yellow pods with garden scissors. Wear gloves — pods are hot. Pick regularly to encourage continued fruiting.