Suitable time for cultivation of capsicum and method of seed treatment

Capsicum, rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C, is known by many names like Bell Pepper, Sweet Pepper, Green Pepper, Capsicum etc. It can be cultivated successfully even at low cost. On selecting improved varieties, the crop yield is from 30 to 50 quintals per acre of field. The farmers doing commercial cultivation of capsicum can earn good profits in 2 to 4 months. Let us get detailed information on the suitable time and method of sowing for the cultivation of capsicum.

Suitable time for cultivation of capsicum

• It can be cultivated successfully three to four times in a year.

• In North Indian regions, it is sown in the month of February-March.

• In Kharif season it is sown in the month of June-July.

• In Rabi season it can be sown in the month of November-December.

• March-April is the best month for sowing in hilly areas.

Method of seed treatment and method of sowing

• It is necessary to treat the seeds before sowing. With this, the plants can be protected from many harmful diseases and pests.

• Before sowing treat seed with 2.5 gm Thiram per kg of seed.

• Apart from this, you can also treat 2.5 grams of Bavistin per kilogram of seed.

• Seeds should be sown in a row.

• Keep a distance of 10 cm between all the rows.

• Sow the seeds at a depth of 1 to 2 cm.

• After sowing, cover the seed with cow dung and soil.

• Apply light irrigation immediately after sowing. Light irrigation facilitates germination.

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