High-quality and timely application of fertilizers increases the yield of bell pepper several times. In addition, fertilizing affects the quality of the vegetable crop, improves its appearance, and makes the peppers larger. With proper care of the crop, you can get a rich harvest even in northern regions that cannot boast of a warm climate.
Nettle tincture
During fruiting, bell peppers especially need nutrients, since during this period all energy is spent on vegetables. An excellent way to provide the plant with all the necessary substances is nettle infusion.
The natural solution will invigorate the vegetable crop and also increase resistance to the development of a number of diseases.
You can prepare the product according to the following recipe:
- mix 100 grams of dried nettle leaves with three liters of warm water;
- leave for several days - the solution should ferment thoroughly;
- After this, cover the container with the fertilizer with a lid and leave it for 14 days.
Before fertilizing, you need to dilute the liquid: take two parts of water for 1 part of the solution. Then you can begin watering activities. The peppers will then accelerate in growth, and the fruits will increase in size.
Boric acid
The drug in the form of boric acid has a positive effect on bell peppers.The solution increases the intensity of the formation of vegetable crops and accelerates the ripening of fruits.
You can prepare the product according to the following recipe:
- dilute boric acid in 10 liters of water, two grams is enough;
- Stir the solution thoroughly until completely dissolved;
- spray the bushes.
The product is safe for vegetables, so it can be used without fear during the fruiting period. The main thing is to follow the dosage.
Whey tincture
Another effective remedy that affects the yield and taste of bell pepper. Fertilizer is applied during fruiting. This is prepared according to the following recipe:
- mix one liter of milk liquid and 10 liters of settled water;
- mix the components;
- pour plenty of soil around the stem part, pour at least 1 liter of solution under each bush.
When fruiting, it is better to apply fertilizer directly to the root. In this case, nutrients from fertilizers are delivered to the root system faster, and the leaves remain safe and sound.
