Capsicum.(locally called pilipili hoho) are a hardy type of plant. It is rarely attacked by diseases or pests though it still needs proper preventive care. It does best in hot areas the likes of Kangundo and the greater Eastern Province, Coastal region, temperate central areas etc. You can make Sunken or Raised nurseries though most farmers prefer sunken nurseries because they retain water more than raised nurseries. After sowing the seeds, it will take about 2-3 weeks for them to germinate. Capsicums will be ready for transplanting within 6 weeks. When making the nursery, add a small amount of totally dry goat/cow manure and mix it well with the top soil. It is usually good to mix the cow and goat manure. Adding manure on the nursery ensures a strong and healthy seedling hence a healthy capsicum (pilipili hoho) when transplanted. As usual, transplant in the evenings though this can also be done during the day with no adverse effects. One day before transplanting, harden the capsicum seedlings by reducing frequency of watering gradually, don’t do it abruptly. On the day of transplanting, wet the nursery enough to wet the soil and allow easy uprooting of the pilipili hoho seedling from the nursery without damaging the roots. ************************************************************ However you can use planting tray technology.takes less space and money a tray cost around 120 shillings, For the soil you can use coco peat,it retains water effectively more then the soil.Transplanting from the tray is simple and less risky compared to open ground.can buy seeds from kenya seed outlet btn 2500
Posted on: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 08:54:55 +0000
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