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How do I make my pepper plants bushy?

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Pruning off the main growing tip will encourage the plant to grow out to the sides, creating a bushier appearance.

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Can you over-water pepper plants?

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Absolutely. Pepper plants are very sensitive to excess moisture. Avoid getting water directly on the leaves, which can cause rot. Your pepper plant needs to be watered regularly, but it should never sit in soggy or waterlogged soil. Symptoms of overwatering include wilted leaves and black spots on the leaves and stems.

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How often should you prune pepper plants?

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You don’t need to do it often. Ideally, do it twice a year: once early in the season to promote higher-quality peppers or a greater yield, and again late in the season to encourage the plant to put most of its energy into producing bigger peppers.

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Why does my pepper plant look dehydrated with very slow growth and no flowers?

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Trim off all of the developing points on the pepper plants, approximately three to four weeks before the first anticipated frost. The remaining peppers are compelled by this to fully mature and develop their color. Trim the top 3 to 6 inches of each branch and side shoot with a pair of pruners.

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