I'm having some trouble with my pepper plants (bell pepper, jalapeño, and banana) not growing past the vegetative stage. They look healthy and have a perfect PH, and I've been following the recommended watering and fertilizing routines while ensuring they get plenty of sunlight. However, the bell pepper plant is stuck at 12 inches, and the others are only about 7-9 inches tall and haven't shown any growth for a few weeks now. Is this normal?
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Yeah, overwatering can definitely stall their growth. A lot of gardeners make this mistake. Since they're still young, make sure the soil dries out a bit between waterings, and once the temperature goes up, they should take off!
Sounds like you're doing everything right! Peppers can be slow at first, especially while they establish their root systems. Just keep them happy and patient; they typically explode with growth once they're ready!
How big are your containers, and what type of soil are you using? If they’re in large pots but still young, they might be taking a while to dry out. Also, they prefer a bit 'tough love' when it comes to conditions, so give them a little less pampering and see if that helps!
Totally agree! It's surprising how much of a difference warmer weather can make for them.