Peppers need warmth but reward with colourful, sweet fruits.
When to Sow
- Sow Feb–Mar indoors.
- Transplant to tunnel in May–Jun.
How to Grow
- Plant 45cm apart.
- Stake if needed and feed with high-potash fertiliser.
- Water consistently.
Harvesting
- Harvest Jul–Oct.
- Pick green or leave to ripen red, yellow, or orange depending on variety.
Polytunnel Growing Tips
- Essential in the UK for reliable cropping.
- Tunnel heat improves yield and ripening.
Quick Tips Recap
- Sow: Feb–Mar
- Spacing: 45cm
- Harvest: Jul–Oct
Polytunnel advantage: Necessary for reliable crops in UK
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