Looks like some type of bell pepper. If I had to guess it is starting to ripen.
As for the pests, I have good luck with neem oil "tea". This is what I use
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Lighting can get pretty in depth but if you're just growing transplants from seed, all you really need is something that puts out around 4000 - 5000 lumens near the 5000 kelvin range. No need to get up to speed with PAR meters, umol/s, growth vs flowering cycles, etc.
I grow my seedlings using LED shop lights on a 18/6 timer (18 hours on, 6 off) and have successfully grown just under 5,000 transplants with them.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D946QSY/ - 40W=260W, 5000K Daylight, 4000 LM
My recommendation would be to shop around and compare because these may no longer be the most cost effective. At the time when I bought them, they were a great value though. I'd also recommend you get a seed mat if you're growing peppers. My seeds are tucked away in 85F soil right now and should be up in just a couple of days.
I would say aphids or some odd type of powdery mildew. Either way 20% diluted neem oil takes care of both of those. You can buy it on amazon just be sure to get pure agricultural grade oil or else you run the risk of killing your plants with ludicrous amounts of pesticides (artifical). And make sure to not get premade sprays or dilutions as that is what normally contains the pesticides im talking about. Heres a link to some which i have used and it worked great! :
Happy Growing! P.s yes neem oil is organic and edible so it wont hurt you or anything else if they eat it....only insects and fungus it affects.
You really should just get a dehydrator.
Amazon dehydrator for under $50 (note that I have not used this one or looked at reviews. I just assumed you didn't want to spend too much and found the cheapest).
If not, an oven will work. Put them on a tray and leave them at 100-150 degrees, depending on your area, for an hour or two.
Air drying does work if you're in the right area, but most of mine went bad. I'm not in the right area.
Word of advice, though: if you get a dehydrator and use it for peppers, wash it properly afterwards, or your banana chips will have a kick you may not have wanted.
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You can def grow peppers indoors but getting them to fruit is going to be a challenge. You will at the very least need a grow light (that is a whole conversation in itself). Check out Pepper Geek's guide here to get you started. I would also recommend looking into getting a grow tent like this so you can control the temperature a bit better. I would avoid soil, insects like to lay eggs in it and you'll get a bunch of annoying little flies and as such, I'd recommend growing hydroponically. Research the Kratky method for a simple set up. I have read that fruiting plants don't do well with this method but I have seen people post here and on other pepper subs with big, beautiful plants grown this way(albeit most had spent the summer outside). I think you should def avoid Superhots, at least until you get you method down. They tend to grow very slowly and in my experience don't yield much in their first year. Good luck!
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Find yourself a good south facing window and put your plant there. Just keep an eye on it in case the sun is too strong on it through the glass… I’ve grown indoors for a few years now, it’s not too hard to do… I’ve noticed that most of my plants have fared well in a room of about 65 to 75 F. If you aren’t comfortable with growing in the window or don’t have good lighting… you can get a pack of 6 full spectrum light bars for around $65 usd off Amazon… those will definitely help
Looks like fungus gnats. Usually you use those yellow boards to trap them. But you can also safely use SF Nemathods. https://www.amazon.de/e-nema-Nemaplus-6/dp/B079BZKRVT
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After pouring it in. Maybe put some sand on top to prevent the fungus gnats to escape.
Are you overwatering like crazy? If not, it looks like it is most likely iron deficiency but could be another deficiency as well. Add a basic fertilizer but also add in Southern Ag’s Minor Essential Elements. That will correct any minor element deficiency that can typically cause this.
https://mobile.twitter.com/farmingfirst/status/1121345609041174529
https://www.amazon.com/Southern-Ag-Formulation-Deficiencies-Fertilizer/dp/B0056QA83M
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Here’s a link to the one I use. I’ve tried several others and this one is by far my favorite. The glass weight is the perfect size and nothing has slipped passed it yet. And the seals are so good that I haven’t had a single issue with mold. There are others that have worked well for me, but this one is the best!
Jillmo Fermentation Jar, 2 Liter Fermentation Kit with Fermenting Weights and Airlocks, 2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089GSHSVL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VRBGRGFYH71S9C18V42K?psc=1
I have two different 4 bulb lights, the ones I prefer I got on Amazon. I really like the VIVOSUN 6500K 4FT T5 HO lights. I built a frame that all light fixtures mount to and both the frame and lights are hung using pulleys that I also got on Amazon.
> was wondering what else you guys would recommend
I use this carbon air filter to reduce the chance of spores, allergens, and having fresher air in the tent. You can get some small fans in there to provide circulation as well. I use smartdevil fans, $15 a piece.
I use pytherin. This seems to kill pretty much on contact for me. Might take like 2 applications but as long as it touches them you're good to go.
Excalibur Food Dehydrator 9-Tray Electric with Adjustable Thermostat Accurate Temperature Control Faster Drying, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Z915M4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_KTQSV5KEX8RBWGC10JY8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
This is what I have used: Bloom City Professional Grade Ultra Pure Cal-Mag Growing Fertilizer, Quart (32 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZNQWCM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_374CFZADJH2AXS7MYPJZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Cal-mag mixed with water. 1 cap full per two gallons of water. Bloom City Professional Grade Ultra Pure Cal-Mag Growing Fertilizer, Quart (32 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZNQWCM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_7PK6S4GZ40SX2EP0RA6H?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
People seem to really like fish emulsion (5-1-1). It’s liquid so it’s fast acting (versus the slow release dry stuff). I like the Alaska brand cuz it’ll available at HD. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00RLWOK3I/
When the plants start fruiting, I’ll switch to the 0-10-10 Alaska Morbloom (no nitrogen, all phosphorus and potassium) so the plant stops focusing on leaf growth and puts its energy into developing flowers and fruit. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08TZF4XZB/
I fertilize with these every 1-2 weeks.
I did a lot or reading on the net and decided to order this.
Monterey LG6135 Garden Insect Spray, Insecticide & Pesticide with Spinosad Concentrate, 32 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002BP12LI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_0BEQHTP7V52NHAGR1906?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Be careful with hydrogen peroxide; I used it on some of my plants after reading some articles about how well it worked and it ended up killing several plants. So if you decide to try it, test it out just on one leaf to see if the plant can tolerate it. I had it diluted 1:3 and it was still way too strong. I eventually used the ratios given in this video from by the Rusted Garden and it didn't kill my plants anymore but even diluted that much, some plants still didn't respond well to it. A few did respond really well to it; oregano and chard in particular seemed to grow much better after a few diluted peroxide sprays.
I use a liquid castile soap (like the one you showed, but not peppermint - it's unscented) for aphids. I squirt a tiny amount into a 16 oz spray bottle, add some neem, and fill it with water. Then I shake the bottle in between sprays. So far, I haven't noticed any problems. I also use an insecticidal soap spray from Safer Brand that works well (though some plants like tomatoes are really sensitive to it, I haven't used it on peppers). Try spraying it on just a few leaves and if the plant is fine by the next morning, it should be no problem.
Seeding soil does not contain enough nutrients to sustain the plant once true lives come through, which are leaves 3 and 4. You should feed them pepper and tomato plant food diluted for seedlings. Most instructions will tell you how to do that.
I've used this in the past with great success.
Use this but don’t let the name fool you. There’s nothing scent-sational about it. Mixed with water this can really give your plants a boost.
Just Scentsational TP-128G Trident's Pride Organic Liquid Fish Hydroponic Soil Fertilizer, 128 oz (1 Gallon) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I727QJU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabt1_PjQVFbPQQ71YM
Neem Oil!! It works great and is edible so you can actually eat the peppers after you've harvested them
Heres some on amazon. Just stay away from premade sprays and solutions. Oftentimes they contain roundup-like compounds
Usually just stick to pure undiluted Oil and add about 2 tbs per gallon with a little bit of dawn dish soap (or another biodegradeable liquid soap) as an emulsifier.
Good luck with your Peppers! 🌶🌶🌶
Hot Sauce Kit (Makes 7 Lip Smacking Gourmet Bottles) Featuring Heirloom Peppers From 5th Generation Farmers, A Full Set Of Recipes, Storing Bottles & More! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F3ARIZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pJIZDbXK37Z5H
This one can be found on amazon and is great! Lots of quality peppers and super easy diy guide!!
mm nothing crazy. I have 5 of these hung up in a double closet https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01HBT32PW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GJIKFbG5XZEXM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
They're not super close to the plant and even then they barely generate heat so I didn't think light burn was a possibility
To me looks under watering and nutrient deficiency. Don't spray the leaves with epsom salt...
Fox farms is good soil but generally for cannabis which is supplemented with nutrients. I also don't believe it's mixed with perlite or verm, so smart for you to mix in verm.
You could get a ppm meter and measure some run off if you think you added too much nutrient, but it doesn't look like it to me. I believe you should get a nutrient supplement, including something either high in calcium, or a separate calmag nutrient. Water with the nutrients every other day, watering with plain water 2x between waterings minimum. I would increase your waterings to 2x daily, morning and night, especially if they're in full sunlight. The soil may feel moist, but the roots want fresh water, and as long as they water is draining, you shouldn't run into any issues.
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I've swapped to using these nutrients recently since I had them lying around from growing microgreens. They're formulated for vegetables, and they have a high calcium portion. Follow the directions, stick with a schedule, should resolve your issues!
These are the ones I use for my hydroponics. But they are a great source of instant feed for your plants. Also, you should make sure to have micro and macro nutrients available in the soil.
I bought one of these nut & spice grinders this year and it worked out great, https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B001C2GWTI/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_P6A1DbV29B5TK
Last year I used a food processor but the result was more like red pepper flakes...this year with the spice grinder I can pulse more or less times and make similar flakes or pure dust.
It might be calcium deficiency. I’ve never grown bell peppers but leaf curling is a telltale sign of calcium deficiency in super hots. I like to use CalMag for my peppers.
ACKE has some cheap LED lights I think about $22 on Amazon. I switched over this year from fluorescent.
ACKE LED Panel Grow Light, Plant Light PCBA, Hydroponic Grow Light,LED Grow Light Aluminum Board for Greenhouse,Grow Light Stand, Vegetative Growth of Seedling, Flowers, Herbs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076B1W99T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5-oKCbY862KTH
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I have a few different things going on. The one listed below is my favorite (and my plants' favorite).
Inexpensive upfront cost, 300W output, consumes less than half that. Very quiet.
I've grown reapers from seed to pure fiery hell. Some random thoughts in no particular order:
1) I germinated mine in a seed box similar to this. Water, cover, and let sit. They take like 2 weeks or so to get going so don't get impatient.
2) The biggest thing people seem to have an issue with is not understanding that reapers require an insane amount of fertilizer. You need a soil mixture of like 1/3 manure, 1/3 sand, and 1/3 potting soil, then mix into that some plant food with decent calcium boosts.
3) After that, grow the seedlings to a respectable size before you start boosting the water itself. I use Jacks' Fertizilier 9-45-15 water soluble and add it to my watering jug. You are going to need to do this weekly to biweekly.
4) It takes a long time for reapers to fully develop their insane heat level. You have to be patient and leave them on the plant for a long time, so just keep them in mind and let them keep getting redder and redder.
5) No animal or pest will ever touch these things. If the plants begin to form holes, this is due to lack of fertilizer and the plant skin not being thick enough.
Do you happen to know the name of that orange pepper?
found this one on amazon that matches your description, but I can't seem to find it anywhere else as "peruvian orange pepper" https://www.amazon.com/EXOTIC-PERUVIAN-ORANGE-PEPPER-1060/dp/B005JPJTMG
Windowsill can be okay, habaneros are REALLY slow going to start and they like hot, dry climates so I imagine scotch bonnets are similar. Growing indoors is difficult (especially in a shared dorm room... I was in a double-turned-triple at UC Davis and it wouldn't have worked in that room) but not impossible! I bet you have Amazon prime student: https://www.amazon.com/VIPARSPECTRA-Reflector-Spectrum-Indoor-Plants/dp/B01B4GQ6MO/ref=zg_bs_14252961_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=T1T4RJ6TMQ6D72FXWJB3
along with some containers and high quality organic soil will be enough to get you growing! You'll want to keep seedlings under a CFL until they have two well developed leaves, then you can stick it ~ 30" below the light. The difficult part is getting peppers to form... peppers put out flowers in the mid-late summer when nighttime temperatures are highest, cold temps will make it difficult to fruit so chances are you'll be waiting until late next spring no matter what... in which case you have to wonder if it's worth spending $100 on equipment (where you live next year might be a factor). On the bright side, the light supports a solid 3x3 area and you could try growing a few things. Good luck! Don't forget to study lol
I GOT THIS: https://www.amazon.com/VIPARSPECTRA-Reflector-Spectrum-Indoor-Plants/dp/B01B4GQ6MO
And I'm pleasantly surprised... when I was growing pot years ago LEDs were terrible but this thing has exceeded expectation. I also recommend a heating pad to keep the root zone warm! ��