How to Grow Bell Peppers #vegetable_gardening

How to Grow Bell Peppers:

• Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last spring frost. (The soil temperature must be at least 65-70 degrees). Start pepper seeds three to a pot.

• Transplants can be planted outdoors 18-24 inches apart after there is no danger of frost. Nighttime temperatures should not fall below 60 degrees F and daytime temperatures should not go above 90 degrees. Plant in a window box or planter that’s at least 9 inches deep. Peppers should have a spot in the morning sun or filtered light, but direct afternoon sun is too much.

• Put 2-3 matchsticks in each hole along with some organic fertilizer to add some sulphur to the mix. Add rich organic compost to the mix as well. Make a mixture of 2 tablespoons of Epsom salts with 1 gallon of water. Spray plants with the Epsom salt mixture periodically to help the sweet peppers get to harvest faster.

• Peppers should have consistently wet, but not soggy soil. Water them more often if you’re in a warmer, desert climate.

• If necessary, support with cages or stakes. Harvest as soon as peppers have reached desired sized.