How to plant and germinate pepper seeds

1. Choose the seed

First choose the right pepper seeds, try to choose high-quality seeds. You can use the leftovers from previous purchases, or go to the market to buy new seeds. It should be noted that the seeds are valid for two years. If the time is too long, they are not suitable for planting and the possibility of survival is small.

2. Germination Treatment

Process the seeds first and soak the selected seeds in warm water for about 6-8 hours. This will promote the seeds to absorb water and expand. Prepare a clean paper towel, soak it in water to keep it moist, place the seeds evenly on it, and cover it with a layer of plastic wrap to keep it warm and moisturizing, which can promote seed germination. Maintain a certain temperature around it, preferably between 25-30℃.

3. Prepare the soil

Prepare a flowerpot of appropriate size and fill it with nutrient soil to ensure sufficient nutrients for growth.

4. Planting

The planting time is around April every year. After the seeds sprout, they can be sown and planted in flower pots, buried at a depth of about 3-5cm, and the changes in the soil are observed for easy watering. It will germinate in about 3-5 days, and you can transplant it after the plant grows true leaves.