Pepper Flowers Falling Off the Plant
Flowering problem · common pattern reported by gardeners · verify locally
What you'll see
- Flowers drop before or just after opening
- Few fruit set despite many blooms
- More drop in cool or very hot weather
Most common causes
- Night temps below 60°F or above 75°F
- Dry soil during bloom
- Too much nitrogen
- Insufficient pollination
How to fix it
- Wait for warm nights (above 60°F) to plant out
- Water consistently once buds form
- Gentle shaking helps self-pollination
Prevention: Harden off seedlings before transplanting Avoid high-N fertilizer once blooming starts Mulch to moderate soil temperature
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ZoneFig content reflects widely published extension-service and gardening guidance. Symptoms and causes are common patterns, not a diagnosis for any individual plant — verify locally and treat conservatively.