Sweet Banana Peppers are a type of mild chili pepper that is typically used in salads, sandwiches, and as a topping for pizza. They are sweet in taste, hence the name, and have a bright yellow color when ripe.
To grow Sweet Banana Peppers, you will need:
- Well-drained soil
- Full sun
- Sweet Banana Pepper seeds
- Fertilizer
Growing Instructions:
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Sow the seeds indoors, about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
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Transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost date, spacing them about 18-24 inches apart.
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Plant the peppers in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun.
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Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
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The peppers will be ready to harvest when they turn yellow and are slightly soft to the touch.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1-4 | Sow the seeds indoors, about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date |
| 4-6 | Transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost date, spacing them about 18-24 inches apart |
| 6-8 | Plant the peppers in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun. |
| 8-12 | Water the plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged |
| 12-16 | Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. |
| 16+ | Harvest the peppers when they turn yellow and are slightly soft to the touch. |