I'm a gardening virgin, just started this spring with absolutely no history whatsoever.
I've planted jalapeno's and yellow peppers, about 15 in all, in a 12 x 12 foot garden.
Do they need a lot of sun? Should I be getting plant food (which I have been using)? Or should I just let nature take it's course while making sure they are properly watered?
What are the odds of a beginner murdering these type of vegetable plants?
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
2007-05-28 12:42:27 · 6 answers · asked by The Former Kermie 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
Peppers love heat/sun. They are heavy feeders, so fertilize regularly. Douse plants with a weak solution of epsom salts in water when flowers appear to aid fruit set. Water evenly all growing season. Hot peppers will cross-pollinate with sweets. Better not to plant within 50 feet of each other. Keep picking fruits for more production. Good luck!
2007-05-28 12:55:21 · answer #1 · answered by Wren )O( 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what zone you are in, but as long as your soil temp is at least 55 degrees the plant should grow if you have a good combination soil. Peet, vermilculite, compost. Make sure you water the base of the plant in the evening or early morning. Water when there is no rain, every other day for sure. Fertilize when the fruits set.
2007-05-28 14:55:58 · answer #2 · answered by Portabella Princess 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
One thing I have found out is that the jalapenos can cause the other peppers to turn a little hot by planting them too close together!
2007-05-28 12:47:54 · answer #3 · answered by Jill B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-06 05:19:42 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Deer like pepper plants. They will eat them right down to the main stalk.
2007-05-28 18:24:24 · answer #5 · answered by renpen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My biggest problems have always been birds nipping at them and watering. It seems tricky to me. Treat them like anything else and you'll prob be fine. You know if there's too much or not enough water. Trust yourself, Use the force.
2007-06-01 12:02:00 · answer #6 · answered by GRUMPY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋