Tutorial on Seedling-Stage Management Techniques for Bell Peppers

Good seedling-stage management of bell peppers is the key to achieving high yields, and it is also one of the main ways for farmers to increase their income. So how should bell peppers be managed during the seedling stage? Follow along with the editor below to learn about bell pepper seedling-stage management techniques.

1. Control temperature

Before the seedlings emerge, maintain a relatively high temperature and humidity, and after the seedlings emerge, lower the temperature mainly to the extent that it does not hinder seedling growth. Generally, during the day it can be lowered to between 15-20 degrees, and at night it should be kept between 5-10 degrees. After the true leaves appear, the seedbed temperature should then be appropriately raised to suit seedling growth and development, at 20-25 degrees during the day and 10-15 degrees at night.

2. Strengthen lighting

After sowing, lighting must be strengthened, giving the seeds and plants sufficient light to ensure smooth photosynthesis. In order to give the seedbed sufficient sunlight and improve lighting conditions, while keeping them warm, uncover the coverings as early as possible and cover them as late as possible, extending the lighting duration as much as possible. When removing the film, also prevent cold wind from blowing in directly. It is recommended to spray New High-Fat Film to form a polymer film for insulation and reduce damage to the seedlings.

3. Reduce humidity

Excessive humidity is not conducive to seedling growth and also makes disease outbreaks very likely, so ways must be found to reduce seedbed humidity. Humidity can be reduced through ventilation and dehumidification and by spreading dry soil or plant ash to absorb moisture, but when ventilating to reduce humidity, attention must be paid to keeping warm, and the weather at the time should also be considered, trying as much as possible to protect the seedlings from cold damage. Spreading plant ash can absorb water and reduce humidity, but it must be fine, fully crushed and sieved, and then applied when the seedling leaves are dry. After spreading the soil, lightly sweep the leaf surfaces with a broom so that the fine soil falls away and does not dirty the leaf surfaces. When seedbed humidity is relatively low, water appropriately, and watering should be done in small amounts and frequently. During the rainy season, drain promptly to avoid water accumulation that causes root rotting.

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