higgledy said:

Each year my hot peppers grow and look great until they begin to ripen,
turning what ever color it is that they turn. Then the get these crack
lines on the exterior. They still taste great just don't look great.
What causes these cracks?

Jalapenos? They normally crack a bit when they mature.

Otherwise, all I could suggest would be to be careful with water. Aim for
consistant moistu don't let the plants get very dry and then flood them
with water.
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