How many days does pepper grow?

The growth process of pepper is divided into four stages: bud stage, seedling stage, flowering and fruiting stage, and fruiting stage. The germination stage is from seed germination to the appearance of the first true leaf, the seedling stage is from the appearance of the first true leaf to the appearance of the first flower bud, the flowering and fruiting stage is from the appearance of the first flower bud to the first flower fruit, and the harvest period is from the first pepper fruit setting.

Pepper growing season

The growing period of peppers is about 180 days. In the south, peppers are generally planted in March and April, and can be harvested in June and July, ending in November. However, in the north, peppers are generally planted in April and May, and mature and are harvested in September and October of the lunar calendar.

Pepper growing conditions

1. Temperature:

   Pepper is a relatively warm-loving crop. The suitable temperature for its seeds to germinate is 15-30°C, and the optimum temperature is 25°C. When the temperature exceeds 35°C or is lower than 10°C, it will germinate poorly or not at all.

2. Lighting:

Peppers require medium light intensity for growth and are relatively tolerant to weak light. If there is sufficient light, the internodes of the pepper seedlings will be short, the stems will be strong, the leaves will become thicker, and the color will be dark green. They will have strong resistance to adversity and will not be susceptible to disease.

3. Water:

     Peppers are neither drought-tolerant nor water-tolerant and have strict requirements for water. However, if the soil is too humid and has poor aeration, the root system will be underdeveloped, the plants will grow weak, have poor stress resistance, and be prone to disease. Appropriate watering is required to meet the needs of plant growth and development.

Management of pepper during growth period

When managing peppers during the growing period, it is necessary to ensure that the leaves are large and thick, and the color is dark green. Pepper cultivation requires fertile soil and convenient drainage and irrigation. At the same time, the cultivation mode must also be determined according to the local climate.