Hey everyone! I have some pepper seedlings that are around 3-4 months old, and they're not growing at all. I've even repotted a few, but they're all the same size despite being outside for a month now. I've been hesitant to put them in their final spots (like my raised bed or grow bags) because I'm worried they'll die. This is my first gardening experience, and I feel like I might be overthinking things! The weather's been crazy—it's just transitioned from high 40s to 86 degrees, hot and humid. I water them regularly but I haven't fertilized in a while because I'm confused about what to use. Any tips would be appreciated!
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It sounds like your peppers are getting ready to take off now that the warm weather is here! Just remember, they don’t like to be watered too often. Let the soil dry out between waterings, so it feels really light before you give them another drink.
Hey! Make sure they're in good potting soil. If the mix has a lot of wood, it might be leeching nutrients from your plants, which can stunt their growth. A quality potting mix makes a big difference!
Also, if they’re hardened off, it might be a good idea to plant them directly in the ground. Keeping them in those pots too long could be harming them!