Creating a pepper garden from seed is rewarding and can provide wonderful peppers. Five basic tips to start peppers from seed successfully if you're new to growing peppers or want to improve:
Heat helps peppers germinate. For best germination, keep temperatures 70-80°F (21-27°C). A seed-starting heat pad helps ensure consistent heating and accelerate
Seed germination and seedling growth require moisture. Maintain wet but not soggy seed-starting mix. Underwatering can dry up seedlings and prevent
When the seedlings get their first true leaves and are 4-6 inches tall, move them into larger pots. Carefully handle seedlings by their leaves to protect their delicate stems