»Growing peppers from seed«
Pepper growing is a lucrative and profitable business venture. Pepper requires a maximum of 8 weeks to grow.
Additionally pepper are heat loving plants and can not survive in frost seasons. They are grown as seedlings and transplanted. However growing pepper as seedlings is recommended as this allows you to choose pepper with high market value. It is also advisable to transplant during warmer temperatures and not to use moisture retaining soil as this harbours diseases.
First stages involved
Always select good quality seeds, sterilize potting soil and pots at the beginning. Thereafter place the pots in warm place with light and water gently Additionally, thin plants, fertilize, re pot plants and transplant during warmer temperatures. Always grow peppers using containers that drain water and retain soil for proper seed germination and plant stability. Also to attain good results, maintain light and growing temperatures between 70-71 degrees Fahrenheit.
Secondary stages
Start by half filling containers with starting mix, carefully water to cover seeds and place the pots in a warm area without light. It is advisable to grow plants under green house to help keep the moisture in soil or mulch. Also keep plants moist but not saturated, ensure sufficient air circulation to control diseases. Always, rotate pots daily towards sun to allow upright growth. Lastly, apply water soluble fertilizers when second leaf pairs appear 1-2 times a week and relocate plants to larger containers.
