There are many varieties of peppers, such as bell peppers, chili peppers, jalapeños, and habaneros. To achieve high yields in pepper cultivation, proper fertilization is essential. So, what fertilizers should be used for planting peppers? Let's find out.
What Fertilizers to Use for Pepper Planting?
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Organic Fertilizer: Peppers belong to the Solanaceae family and have higher requirements for basal fertilization. It is recommended to use 500-1000 kilograms of well-rotted organic fertilizer per mu (about 667 square meters), combined with calcium-magnesium-phosphate fertilizer at about 200 kilograms per mu.
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Nitrogen Fertilizer: Nitrogen fertilizer is mainly used for pepper seedlings. You can apply a nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizer with a ratio of 20:10:10 or use functional fertilizers such as amino acid fertilizers, combined with urea, at about 3 kilograms per mu.
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Phosphorus-Potassium Fertilizer: After each fruit harvest, assess the growth of the plants. If the plants are not thriving, promptly supplement them with phosphorus-potassium fertilizer, primarily high-potassium fertilizers such as potassium sulfate.
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Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate: Rich in phosphorus and nitrogen elements, ammonium dihydrogen phosphate can promote the root system and growth of peppers, enhancing plant resistance. It is crucial for the growth and fruit formation of peppers and can be applied during the growing season.
The above are the introductions to the fertilizers used for planting peppers. It is essential to carry out fertilization work properly in pepper cultivation to improve yield and quality.
