When last we left our heros, on 14 Jun 2003 15:04:22 GMT,
(JohnDKestell) scribbled:

any help would be appreciated. Any other pepper heads out there who have a
trick I might use?

1. I think you're diddling with your nitrogen levels too much.
Consider boosting the iron or using a touch of epsom salts.
We have had a tremendous amount of rain here in South
Carolina, too, and I found mine needed a iron boost to get
them going, and mine were lush and green when I put them
in the ground.

2. If they were that overgrown at the nursery, it might take
a bit of time for them to develop the root system they need
to support a plant of that size. Some peppers never do as
well as expected if they are allowed to become grossly pot
bound. It's not transplant shock, you're seeing.

ps, the cayennes and ceranos look awesome, and they are in the same bed, so the
soil seems like it should work with habeneros too. What's the deal with that?
do they need anything special to flourish?

In my considerable experience with different types of peppers,
C.chinense of any variety is always the hardiest. Most of them
are long season peppers, though, and they do grow a little slower
than the early season peppers.


also, I understand that peppers like a little boost after and during fruiting,
what do you guys think is the best way? I'm trying to keep stuff more or less
organic, but with a late start and a new plot, I think maybe some cheating is
in order on this one. (we have a saying here in alabama "win if you can, lose
if you must, but ALWAYS cheat!)

There are a variety of organic fertilizers on the market. Check
locally to see if there is an organic nursery or garden center
or do a Google search and order on line.


Pam



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