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How to plant peppers for a perfect harvest? Follow rules

Radek Štěpán 28. 02. 2026 0 views

Peppers can be found in almost every garden. Growing them is not particularly difficult. However, it is necessary to keep in mind a few very important principles. In the following lines, we will focus on some valuable tips that can help with cultivation. After all, everyone would like to have a truly magnificent harvest with everything they could wish for. It is certainly possible to achieve this. Let’s take a look at what peppers really thrive on and under what conditions they will truly flourish.

Peppers need plenty of space

We could undoubtedly start with space. Peppers need to be planted at intervals. It’s not even about their roots. Rather, we should take into account that different types of peppers have a relatively large leaf span. These should not overlap with other plants. Ideally, a pepper plant needs about 30 cm of space. Peppers should also not be planted in a place where nightshade plants were previously planted. This is because the soil would lack potassium, which peppers need and cannot do without.
Sowing peppers: Photo by Radek Štěpán

Mycorrhizal fungi help growth

Without a doubt. It is best to add one scoop of mycorrhizal fungi to each hole. These are special fungi that can help peppers grow. Of course, they give the plants more strength, so we can expect much larger and higher-quality fruits. You can tell by the more robust leaves on the plant. Among other things, the fungi can also protect plants from various diseases and molds.

Great neighbors will also protect peppers

Undoubtedly. It is ideal to plant calendula between the rows. Basil or coriander are also excellent. These plants are so aromatic that they can easily repel all pests. You can be sure that nothing will happen to your peppers.

Calendula: Photo Pixabay

Pruning peppers and attracting bees for pollination

During the growing season, it is also worth pruning peppers. Side shoots must be removed, and it is definitely a good idea to provide the plant with plenty of light. Light is what it needs for successful growth. Scatter banana and apple peels around the pepper plants themselves. They will attract bees.

Fertilizer from banana peels

You can easily make your own fertilizer at home to promote pepper growth. Just take some banana peels, wash them thoroughly with warm water to remove any chemicals, and place them in a three-liter container and cover with water. Let the mixture steep for about two days. The water will turn brown, and then strain the peels. Then water your plants with this brown water, which contains potassium released from the peels. You will see how your peppers grow.

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