How to grow green pepper
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To grow green peppers, select a variety suitable for your climate and start the seeds indoors 7 to 10 weeks before transplanting. Plant them outdoors in a trench 2 to 3 weeks after the last frost, ensuring they are in full sun with rich soil, and water regularly to maintain moist conditions. Peppers should be allowed to grow to 7.6 to 10.2 cm before harvesting, which takes about 50 to 70 days after transplanting, using row covers if temperatures drop.
How to grow green pepper
- 1. How to Grow Green Peppers
- 2. Select a variety of green pepper that grows well in the area you live There are a number of different types of green pepper plants available on the market, some more tolerant of heat or cold than others, so you will need to choose a variety that fits best with your climate.
- 3. Plant green pepper seeds indoors Start the seeds approximately 7 to 10 weeks before you're ready to plant them outside. Germination mats are a great option for planting peppers in, as they will keep the seeds warmer and damper than standard planters.
- 4. Keep the seed pouches in a location that is consistently warm Water them only when the soil is dry to your touch. If possible, place the seeds under a heat lamp to help the seeds achieve a constant temperature of 27 degrees Celsius, while they remain indoors, which will help them grow faster.
- 5. Dig a trench Aim to plant the young pepper plants approximately 17.8 cm, and space them roughly 45.7 to 61.0 cm apart. The ideal location to plant will be in full sun with rich, aerated soil.
- 6. Transplant your peppers in the trench Try to do this 2 to 3 weeks after the last spring frost in your area. The outside temperature and soil should consistently be no less than 18 degrees Celsius.
- 7. Cover the roots of the pepper plant Use an even mixture of dirt unearthed from the trench and compost, which will provide vital nutrients to the growing plants.
- 8. Water the green pepper plants regularly The soil should be moist and warm at all times to encourage the plants to blossom and grow.
- 9. Cover the plants with a row cover Do this if temperatures drop below 18 degrees Celsius during any evenings. The row covers protect the sensitive blooms and keep the plants warm.
- 10. Allow the peppers to grow to a minimum of 7.6 to 10.2 cm before picking This takes approximately 50 to 70 days from the time of transplanting, depending on variety of pepper.
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