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Now that the Bhuts are growing

harris

harris

How do I keep them healthy and pest free? Any tips would be appreciated.

I have stopped feeding them ,nothing but an epsom salt treatment once a week.

I'd like prevent pests if possible.

THX
 
Assuming you'll be as obsessive as most of us, it shouldn't be difficult for you to just keep a close eye on them. Every few days, check the leaves closely for signs of bugs. Keep neem oil or pyrethrin handy and use it at the first sign. That's all I do... I've had aphids a couple times, but since I get them so early they haven't done any damage to my plants... The leafcutter bees on the other hand...
 
klyth said:
Assuming you'll be as obsessive as most of us, it shouldn't be difficult for you to just keep a close eye on them. Every few days, check the leaves closely for signs of bugs. Keep neem oil or pyrethrin handy and use it at the first sign. That's all I do... I've had aphids a couple times, but since I get them so early they haven't done any damage to my plants... The leafcutter bees on the other hand...
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Great Advice from Klyth,the most common problem when chili growing is over watering..was certainly mine earlier on in the season,use a good tomato fertilizer or chili focus (but only after 12 weeks or so) if plants are doing well only fertilize every 2 weeks or off course you can use manure as a fertilizer if you wish..best of luck:)
 
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