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Planting Guide
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Sow
Sowing and Growing Guide
Atsi Red Sweet Pepper
Indoor Sowing
- Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date.
- Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, 2-3 seeds per cell.
- Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 70-80°F.
- Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
- Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
- Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 7-10 days before transplanting.
Outdoor Sowing
- Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last expected frost date.
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 2-3 inches apart in rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
- Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
- Thin seedlings when they are 2-3 inches tall, leaving 12-18 inches between plants.
Growing
- Atsi Red Sweet Peppers prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilize every 3-4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Support plants with stakes or cages to keep them upright as they grow.
- Protect from pests, such as aphids and spider mites, by spraying with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
- Harvest peppers when they are fully ripe and have turned bright red.