Pepper seed germination method

Chili is an indispensable food in our daily life and there is a huge market demand for it, so almost every family in rural areas grows it. However, it is not easy to make chili seeds germinate quickly. Let’s talk about how to germinate chili seeds.

1. Pepper seed germination method

1. Ordinary germination method

Rinse the soaked seeds repeatedly with clean water to remove the pepper smell, then wrap them in cloth, place them in a basin, and cover them with wet gauze. The seeds should be germinated in an environment of 28-30℃ and rinsed with warm water twice a day. They will germinate in about 4-5 days.

2. Variable temperature germination method

Temperature has a great influence on the germination of peppers. The germination temperature of pepper seeds is generally around 25~35℃, but constant temperature conditions will cause uneven germination of seeds. Therefore, the method of alternating high and low temperatures is generally used for germination.

Wrap the seeds with a damp cloth and keep the temperature between 28-30 degrees for 16-18 hours a day. To ensure that the seeds are heated evenly, they need to be turned and scrubbed about twice a day. When the seeds are almost germinated, they should be placed in a 10°C environment for low-temperature training.

2. Precautions for germination of pepper seeds

1. The germination of peppers has high requirements for oxygen. The air permeability of the gauze must be increased to ensure that the oxygen content in the air is greater than 10%, otherwise it will not be easy to germinate.

2. Depending on the number of pepper seeds, different germination tools can be selected. Incubator, germination room and germination bed are three common cultivation tools.

3. Guide to efficient pepper planting

1. Suitable varieties

The climatic conditions in different regions vary. Choosing pepper varieties that are adapted to the local climate can ensure that the plants grow vigorously and have strong resistance to adversity. For example, warm and humid areas are suitable for growing varieties with strong heat resistance, while cold areas should choose varieties with good cold resistance.

2. Soil selection

Peppers prefer well-drained, fertile soil. Too clay or sandy soil is not suitable. Before planting, deep plow the soil at least 30 centimeters, apply sufficient base fertilizer, mainly decomposed organic fertilizer , and add an appropriate amount of compound fertilizer to provide the nutrients needed for pepper growth.

3. Planting time

Chili peppers like warmth and are afraid of cold, so spring is their main planting season. In northern China, it is usually carried out around the time of Grain Rain, while in the south it can be carried out earlier. Timely sowing can enable peppers to grow and develop under suitable climatic conditions and avoid the impact of extreme weather.

4. Planting method

There are various planting methods, including direct seeding and seedling transplanting. Direct seeding saves time and effort, but the germination rate is greatly affected by the environment; while seedling transplanting, although a complicated process, can ensure the quality and survival rate of seedlings. Farmers need to decide which method to choose based on actual conditions and personal preferences.

5. Water management

During the seedling stage, the soil should be kept moist but not too wet; during the flowering and fruiting period, the water supply needs to be increased appropriately to promote fruit development. However, excessive irrigation can cause root hypoxia and affect the growth of peppers. Therefore, only by rationally regulating the amount and frequency of irrigation can peppers thrive.

6. Pest and disease control

Common pepper diseases include blight, anthracnose, etc., and insect pests include aphids, red spiders, etc. Inspect the fields regularly and if you find any signs of pests or diseases, take biological or chemical control measures immediately to prevent them from spreading and causing losses.

7. Harvest time

The timing of harvesting is directly related to the yield and quality of peppers. Ripe peppers are bright in color and have firm fruits. Peppers harvested too early will not be spicy enough, while peppers harvested too late may cause the fruits to crack, affecting storage and sales. Therefore, it is crucial to observe the maturity of peppers and pick them in time.

That’s it