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Plant GuideBell Pepper
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🫑FruitingModerate

Bell Pepper

Capsicum annuum · Solanaceae

Requires stable nutrients and consistent warmth for best yields

pH 5.5 – 6.5
18 – 28°C
60–90 days
Growth: moderate
High

Care Notes

Requires stable nutrients and consistent warmth for best yields

Health Benefits

High in vitamin C, supports immune health

Culinary Uses

Fresh, cooked, roasted

Root Behaviour

Moderate

Common Problems

Problems

Poor fruit set in unstable conditions

Pests

AphidsWhiteflies

Deficiencies

Calcium deficiency can affect fruit quality

Nutrient Demand

High Demand

Requires mature system and/or supplementation

Compatible Systems

Media BedDwc

Tags

#fruiting#warm-season#high-value#vitamin-c

Season

Spring–Summer

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