Watering the pepper correctly
By having his own planting plot or growing vegetables at home, the gardener strives to get a high-quality, tasty harvest. But with some cultures, problems can arise. Most often, this applies to bell peppers. A high-quality harvest can only be expected if all agrotechnical features are met. Watering the pepper properly is essential.
Watering the pepper correctly
Why peppers need abundant watering
Regardless of where the plant is grown in a pot on a windowsill, in a greenhouse or in an open field, it is important to pay special attention to watering it. This culture does not tolerate drought and can easily die from it. In addition, this applies to both bitter and sweet bell peppers. At an unfavorable time for planting (in dry weather), some of the seedlings may not take root and die.
In addition, bell peppers, with insufficient watering, may not proceed to fruiting. Flowering crumbles, and not having time to pollinate. The fruits that have arisen, on the other hand, often have an ugly shape and taste unpleasant. Such a crop is unsuccessful. But, if from the first days from planting, the correct watering of the pepper is organized, the gardener will be able to avoid all these problems.
Basic watering methods
After planting seedlings, it is important to pay attention to all the care features. There are several ways to moisturize the soil and leaves of seedlings:
- Surface method. Watering peppers with this method is best in regions with hot, arid climates. After planting seedlings in a row, a special groove is organized, which serves as a place for collecting liquid. After watering, the groove is filled up so that the water does not evaporate.
- Drip irrigation (irrigation). For outdoor use only. Special hoses connected to a filter and a dropper were installed to the planting site. Water flows slowly under the root of the plants, so that the topsoil does not become heavy. The drip method is also the most popular because with such watering there is no need for regular loosening of the soil.
- Subsoil watering. It is carried out using pipes laid in the open ground. The advantage of this method is the use of any water. The fact is that when it gets into the soil, it is cleaned by soil microorganisms.
- Sprinkling. It is carried out with special irrigation devices connected to a hose. Its advantage is the ability to simultaneously water most of the planted crops. But the weak side of the method is insufficient soil moisture, which is why this method is rarely used in regions with hot climates.
Each gardener can choose a suitable method for himself, taking into account the appropriateness of its use, depending on the growing conditions of the crop. Both the place where the pepper is grown and the climatic conditions are taken into account.
Basic rules for watering
In order for the culture to grow healthy and actively bear fruit, it is important to take into account some rules of agricultural technology. The most important of these are:
- The soil should be saturated with moisture to a depth of 50-60 cm.
- It is necessary to make a special hole so that the water does not spread over the site, but gets to the root system of the plants.
- Both watering and irrigation should be used.
- It is necessary to ensure that the soil does not dry out.
- Use only warm, settled water.
Watering according to such rules is necessary for every gardener who wants to get a large high-quality harvest. In addition, there are requirements to be considered during the dry summer months as well as when the crop is in bloom.
How to water a crop
Regular watering
The gardener needs to know that to water the pepper, he should, taking into account three main criteria - the norm, timeliness and regularity. The volume of liquid is determined by the age of the bushes, as well as the climatic conditions of growing. Before flowering, watering the pepper should be moderate. The main thing is to prevent drought. But with the blooming of the first flowers and before the formation of ovaries, it is necessary to often water the pepper.
Before flowering, experts recommend watering the crop once every 7 days. It is best to do this in the morning or evening, pouring 2-3 liters of liquid under each bush. Water is used warm (but not hot), preferably at room temperature. The norm is 13 liters. per sq.m. It is also important not to forget about the need for loosening. The root system needs not only moisture, but also air.
Watering in the heat
In hot weather, vegetables need even more regular watering. A large amount of moisture evaporates, which negatively affects the plant itself. Peppers should be watered during this period more often than in spring. It's important to do it right. It is necessary to increase the regularity of the procedure, but not to exceed the recommended volume. It is best to water the pepper daily, pouring 2-3 liters of water under each bush.
There are also requirements for the time of day. The culture is watered in the morning, before the onset of the heat. The fact is that water that gets on the stem and leaves during the daytime can lead to sunburn.
How to water during flowering?
The procedure during the flowering period is different from the usual norms. The fact is that for the formation of ovaries, the plant needs to receive a lot of energy. Therefore, you should know how to water the pepper during this period:
- can be watered 2 times a week using a rate of 11 liters. liquids per sq.m. or 1 time, at a rate of 16 liters. per sq.m .;
- the water temperature should be within 26-28 ° С;
- only the root method is used.
Watering and feeding
Top dressing of pepper is closely related to its watering. Indeed, for this culture, sub-root feeding is used, that is, a correctly carried out event includes the preparation and use of fertilizer in the form of a solution.
Some gardeners mistakenly assume that potassium permanganate can be fertilized. But this is not the case. Potassium permanganate is an excellent prophylactic agent against diseases and pests. And it is used only for plant protection, but not for fertilization.
The main types of feeding should be balanced and as safe as possible. One of these is nettle decoction. It is high in calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron. But, most of all, such a culture suffers from a lack of nitrogen. You can replenish it using a solution with urea or mullein. Fertilizer with ammonia, which is one of the best sources of nitrogen, can also be used.
Conclusion
When growing a vegetable, it is important to take into account not only the frequency of watering, but also how much moisture the bushes will consume for their effective development. This figure varies depending on the age of the seedlings, the place of cultivation, and also the climate. Various methods of soil moistening (surface, intrasoil, drip and irrigation) can also be used.
Peppers should be watered frequently, especially during hot seasons.In dry weather, it is important to prevent the soil from drying out, which can not only reduce the chances of getting a good harvest, but also destroy the crop.