Pepper

Peppers need warmth, sun, nutrients and regular watering. They thrive best in moisture-rich soil and a sheltered location. Thanks to their high vitamin C content, they are an excellent prevention against colds. Learn how to successfully grow peppers in your garden too.

Peppers need warmth, sun, nutrients and regular watering. They thrive best in moisture-rich soil and a sheltered location. Thanks to their high vitamin C content, they are excellent for preventing colds. Learn how to successfully grow peppers in your garden.

Peppers originally come from South America, but nowadays Hungary is the "pepper superpower", where they focus on growing various types of peppers.

🩺 Effects on the Human Body

Peppers contain large amounts of vitamin C, which significantly strengthens the immune system – ideal as prevention against colds.

Other beneficial substances in peppers:

Capsaicin – supports digestion
Beta-carotene – slows down aging and protects against UV radiation

💡 TIP: Vitamin C remains preserved even during heat treatment!

🌱 How to Grow Peppers

Pre-cultivation

Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours – this will support germination.
Sowing in a planter or pot in January to February.
Ideal growing temperature: 23–25 °C.
Use Previcur – protects against damping-off of seedlings.

Pricking Out (Transplanting)

Seedlings with true leaves should be pricked out into a planter at a distance of 5–6 cm.
When they reach approximately 40 cm, they are ready for outdoor transplanting.

Transplanting and Conditions

In May (watch out for ground frost!) harden off the plants for a few days in sun and wind.
Plant in rows spaced 45 cm apart, with the root ball intact.

Watering

Water regularly, ideally with settled lukewarm water.

Mycorrhizal Fungi

Don't forget to add mycorrhizal fungi – they ensure better rooting and healthy growth.

🛒 Seeds for Purchase

Vegetable Pepper for Greenhouse LORAN
Yolo Wonder Pepper
Zlata Pepper
Greenhouse Pepper Kubista F1
Chilli Pepper JALAPENO
Rubinova Sweet Vegetable Pepper

💡 TIP: More seeds for purchase can be found in our e-shop selection.

🚨 Diseases and Pests

Problem	Symptoms	Solution
Cucumber Mosaic Virus	fruit deformation, brown spots on leaves	removal of infected plants
Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus	various spots, stunted growth	immediate removal
Bacterial Leaf Spot	necrotic spots, fruit drop	prevention and healthy planting
Fungal Diseases (grey/white mould, powdery mildew)	rot on fruits	Ortiva product
Spider Mites	fine webbing	spray (e.g. natural)
Thrips	tiny droppings	sticky traps
Whiteflies	white flies on leaves	biological control
Aphids	deformation, virus transmission	Mospilan 20 SP

⚠️ Other Pests

Cabbage moth, black cutworm, silver Y moth
Voles, birds
Physiological disorders (e.g. waterlogging, nutrient deficiency)
Root and collar rot – prevention is crop rotation

Summary

Peppers love warmth, light, nutrients and regular care. By following basic rules, you can grow beautiful and tasty fruits even in your own garden.