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Mushy Stems in Pepper
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Peppers range from sweet bell peppers to fiery chillies
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Pepper care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to mushy stems in Pepper. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Regularly; keep soil moist. Slightly drought-tolerant once established.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining soil. pH 6.0–6.8.
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Temperature
21–32°C. Very frost-sensitive.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Pepper
- fiber_manual_recordSoft, water-soaked stems
- fiber_manual_recordStem collapsing at base
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Common causes in Pepper
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordRoot rot
- fiber_manual_recordStem rot disease
- fiber_manual_recordCold damage
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How to diagnose mushy stems in Pepper
Press gently on stems. Healthy stems are firm. Mushy stems indicate rot.
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How to treat mushy stems in Pepper
Trim affected stems. Allow soil to dry. Repot with fresh compost.
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Preventing mushy stems in Pepper
Water sparingly. Never let plants sit in water. Use well-draining soil.