sweet pepper 'Astor' · Fertilizing

sweet pepper 'Astor' · Capsicum annuum 'Astor'

Sow indoors from mid-February to early April in small pots filled with good quality seed compost and maintain a constant temperature between 18-21C. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when two true leaves have formed and grow on in a sunny, sheltered spot. Water regularly and feed with a high potash liquid fertiliser once the first fruit has set. See vegetable cultivation

Watering: Even moisture throughout flowering and fruit set, avoid sharp drought swingsSunlight: Full sunIrritant if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]