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How to feed pepper seedlings for the first time: timing and solutions
14.02.2023 17:53
Updated: 14.04.2023 01:49
Sweet pepper seedlings need to be fed three times after emergence. It is important not to make a mistake with the timing and choice of nutrient mixture.
We will tell you what type of fertilizer is suitable for bell pepper seedlings, when to start and what to use – organic or mineral compounds.
How many times to feed pepper
From the moment the seedlings emerge until they are finally moved into the garden, it is necessary to plan three feedings.
The first is carried out after the seedlings have two full leaves.
All other procedures are carried out at intervals of 8-10 days.
How to perform
You can apply foliar or root feeding.
If the nutrients are applied by watering, care must be taken to ensure that the solution does not get on the stems and plants, which can cause burns. In order not to flood the young shoots, it is more convenient to use a syringe or a regular teaspoon.
In a word, the solution must be applied in measured doses.
What to feed
Fans of organics should pay attention to the infusion of bird droppings or manure.
Considering that it is somewhat problematic to prepare such a potion in city apartments, it will be easier to use industrial compositions.
Usually, for this case, organomineral fertilizers (OMF) are purchased in the store. This could be "Gumi-Omi" or other analogues.
Mineral compounds such as Agricola are also used. This additive is well known to all who grow tomato, pepper and eggplant seedlings.
