Re: [CH] Windowsill peppers and what to do with them
Robert Opersteny (docpepr@ccwip.net)
Sat, 28 May 2011 11:39:30 -0500
Peter,
Once the plants have grown plenty of foliage, and are using a lot of water
in summertime, they will suck it out of the tray in a day.
If the water stands more than a day, then it may need some aeration with
some aquarium bubblers.
Or it can be recirculated from bottom to top with a bubbler-water lift tube,
to prevent root rot.
Remember, when you get some fruit established, to cut back a little on
watering to increase flavor.
Some say stressing (partial wilt- in midday sun) will also raise the
pungency. Down south, my plants in 5-gallon pots will wilt mid-day, but
recover by evening. But they have to be watered at least every other day
without any water reservoir.
The deep-rooted plants in the ground with smaller leaves usually don't wilt.
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Thanks Bob. I'm heading out now to get soil and larger containers. I'll
see what I can rig up to go underneath. I am worried about over
watering, but I guess it isn't too much of a problem if the drainage is
good. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Peter