Why do pepper seedling leaves turn pale: a note for summer residents
At the end of spring, summer residents rush to transplant peppers into open ground, but they are often disappointed.
Experienced gardeners know that pepper is a capricious plant. Therefore, the plant is looked after with special care, but suddenly its leaves begin to turn pale.
An expert of the online publication BelNovosti, agronomist, and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh explained what the pepper might not like.
The following may be the reasons why pepper leaves turn pale.
1. Lack of light. Pepper needs good light, especially during the period of active growth. If the plant is in the shade, its leaves may become pale.
2. Nutrient Deficiencies. Peppers need sufficient nutrients to grow and develop normally. If the plant lacks nitrogen, phosphorus, or potassium, its leaves may turn pale.
3. Overwatering. Peppers do not like overly wet soil, so excess water can cause the leaves to turn pale.
4. Diseases and pests. Some diseases and pests can also cause pepper leaves to turn pale. For example, powdery mildew, root rot, aphids, and others.
