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Black Spots in Pepper
verifiedReviewed by the GreenScout Team
Peppers range from sweet bell peppers to fiery chillies
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Pepper care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to black spots in Pepper. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Humidity
Moderate. Good airflow important.
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Water
Regularly; keep soil moist. Slightly drought-tolerant once established.
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Temperature
21–32°C. Very frost-sensitive.
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Symptoms to look for in Pepper
- fiber_manual_recordBlack or dark brown spots
- fiber_manual_recordSpots with yellow halos
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Common causes in Pepper
- fiber_manual_recordFungal disease (black spot)
- fiber_manual_recordBacterial infection
- fiber_manual_recordSunburn
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How to diagnose black spots in Pepper
Fungal spots: often circular with yellow margins. Sunburn: irregular bleached patches turning black.
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How to treat black spots in Pepper
Remove affected leaves. Apply fungicide. Adjust sun exposure.
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Preventing black spots in Pepper
Avoid wetting foliage. Provide adequate spacing. Remove debris.