When is the best time to sow chili pepper seeds?

Pepper seed sowing time

The fruiting period of chili pepper is about half a year. It is best to plant it in early spring from February to March. After April, the temperature will gradually rise. As the temperature rises, the seedlings of chili pepper will grow very fast. High temperature is very beneficial to the growth of chili pepper and can effectively increase the yield of pepper.

Method and steps for planting chili pepper seeds

1. Seed selection and land preparation

Before sowing chili pepper, you should choose varieties with high yield, fast fruiting, strong resistance and rich color. Chili pepper consumes a lot of nutrients during its growth period. In order to ensure its growth, it should be planted on fertile, well-drained land. It is best to prepare the land once before planting and sprinkle enough farmyard manure on the land to ensure fertility.

2. Sowing and seedling raising

If the seeds are purchased directly, no special processing is required, just plant them directly. If the seeds are harvested by yourself, expose them to strong light for a day, then soak them in warm water for 15 minutes to allow them to absorb enough water. After taking them out, it is best to soak them in medicine for another 15 minutes. After sowing them in the soil, cover them with a thin layer of soil, spray them with water in an appropriate amount, and keep them moist.

3. Transplant in time

The seedlings of chili pepper can be transplanted when they are 10 cm tall. At this time, control the density and plant them at a distance of 30-35 cm between plants and 40-45 cm between rows. Dig small holes according to the plant-row spacing in the prepared land and plant one seedling in each hole. After planting, water them thoroughly in time so that they will quickly resume growth and grow new roots.

4. Post-management

Within 5-10 days after transplanting, the seedlings should be supplemented in time to ensure that the seedlings in the field are even. When the chili seedlings grow to 20 cm in height, inter-row cultivation and weeding can be carried out. It is also necessary to apply fertilizers in time, such as urea fertilizer and compound fertilizer. Only sufficient fertilizer can ensure the vigorous growth of the seedlings. In addition, boron fertilizer and potassium fertilizer should be applied during the flowering and fruiting period to promote higher yields.