Sweet peppers, often known as bell peppers, are the colorful stars of the vegetable world, coming in vibrant shades of red, yellow, orange, and green. They’re sweet because they lack capsaicin, the compound that makes other peppers spicy. Packed with vitamins A and C, these peppers support glowing skin and a strong immune system​​. Their crisp texture and sweet flavor make them perfect for salads, stir-fries, and even snacking with hummus. Whether you’re growing them on a balcony or a sunny windowsill, sweet peppers are an easy and delightful addition to your urban garden​.

Adding sweet peppers to your urnan garden is a wonderful way to enjoy fresh, home-grown produce. These easy-to-grow veggies provide a bountiful harvest and are perfect for small NYC spaces. They grow well in containers, allowing you to cultivate them on balconies, rooftops, or sunny windowsills. Intercropping with herbs like basil, oregano, and parsley can maximize your garden's productivity. Embracing this sustainable practice not only gives you a steady supply of colorful, nutritious peppers but also contributes to a greener, healthier lifestyle. Start growing your own sweet peppers.

Sweet peppers prefer 6-8 hours of direct sunlight. Indoors: Grow in large pots with bright light or hydroponically using grow lights for 12-14 hours.

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Indoors, check soil moisture frequently; outdoors, water regularly, especially during hot weather. Mulching helps retain moisture.

Sweet peppers are a warm weather crop and love 70-85°F, ideally 75-80°F. Plant outdoors in May-June in NYC zone 7b. Warm weather ensures proper fruiting.

Indoors: 10-12" wide, 10" deep, 3 gallons; Outdoors: 12-14" wide, 12-14" deep, 5 gallons

Sweet peppers prefer nutrient-rich potting mix with compost from vegetable peelings or garden compost.

Use balanced 10-10-10 early and high-phosphorus 5-10-10 during flowering. Organic options: compost, fish emulsion, bone meal. Fertilize every 2-3 weeks for healthy fruit.

Remove early flower buds and leggy growth to promote bushier plants. Regular pruning ensures more energy for producing sweet, juicy peppers.

Yellow Leaves: Ensure good drainage, moderate watering. Pests (Aphids): Spray with soapy water or neem oil. Wilting: Water consistently, avoid waterlogging. Slow Growth: Use balanced fertilizer. Diseases (Powdery Mildew): Improve air circulation, use fungicide.

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