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Martin Fisher

Martin Fisher

1 hour ago, Paul Bacino said:

Shishito peppers...

What do I need to do for the seeds.. to start growing them ?

 
 

 

First, are the fruits fully ripe?

If they're not, you're likely flirting with frustration. 

Seeds from immature chiles tend to lack vigor and germinate poorly, if at all.

 

Second, optimum soil temperature (touching the seed) for chile germination is between 80° and 85°.

So be mindful of evaporative cooling which can lower the soil temperature in the seed zone.

 

Both are common issues that can lead to headaches or failure when starting chile seeds.

 

 

 

 

Martin Fisher

Martin Fisher

1 hour ago, Paul Bacino said:

Shishito peppers...

What do I need to do for the seeds.. to start growing them ?

 

 

First, are the fruits fully ripe?

If they're not, you're likely flirting with frustration. 

Seeds from immature chiles tend to lack vigor and germinate poorly, if at all.

 

Second, optimum soil temperature (touching the seed) for chile germination is between 80° and 85°.

So be mindful of evaporative cooling which can lower the soil temperature in the seed zone.

 

Both are issues that can lead to headaches or failure when starting chile seeds.

 

 

 

 

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