Peppers are one of the most popular and versatile garden crops. Whether you prefer them sweet, spicy, red, yellow or green, growing peppers in your garden can be a rewarding experience. However, to get a bountiful and tasty harvest, there are a few growing secrets you should know. Here are 12 tips for successfully growing peppers in your garden.
1. Choose the right location
Peppers love the sun. Make sure to plant your peppers in a sunny location where they will receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Well-draining soil is also essential to prevent roots from rotting.
2. Prepare the ground
Enrich your soil with compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil structure and provide essential nutrients to peppers. The soil should be slightly acidic, with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8.
3. Start with seedlings or seeds
You can choose to grow your peppers from seed or purchase established plants. If you opt for seeds, start sowing them indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost is expected.
4. Harden off the plants
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