How to Grow Chillies from Chillies at Home

Growing a chili plant from chili itself can be a fun and easy endeavor. In this guide, we will learn how to grow chillies using just healthy and overripe chillies. Follow these simple steps for a successful harvest.

Materials Needed

• Healthy and overripe chillies

• Garden soil (60%)

• Fine sand (20%)

• Organic compost (20%)

• Well-drained pot with drainage holes

• Small stones or gravel

Steps to Grow Chillies at Home

Step 1: Prepare the Potting Mix

Create a potting mix using the following proportions:

• 60% normal garden soil

• 20% fine sand

• 20% organic compost

Mix these components thoroughly to ensure a well-balanced potting medium.

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Step 2: Prepare the Pot

Take a well-drained pot with drainage holes at the bottom. Cover the holes with small stones or gravel to improve drainage, then fill the pot with the prepared potting mix.

Step 3: Prepare the Chillies

Select some healthy and overripe chillies. Overripe chillies usually turn red. Cut the chillies into two pieces from the middle.

Step 4: Plant the Seeds

You have two options for planting:

1. Whole Pieces: Place the cut pieces of chilli directly onto the potting mix.

2. Extracted Seeds: Remove the seeds from the chilli pieces and sprinkle them evenly on the potting mix.

Step 5: Cover and Water

Cover the chilli pieces or seeds with a fine layer of potting mix. Water the soil thoroughly to ensure it is evenly moist.

Step 6: Provide Proper Conditions

Place the pot in a location with partial shade. Keep the potting mix moist at all times, but avoid waterlogging.

Step 7: Germination

After 6 to 8 days, the seeds will start to germinate. You will see tiny seedlings emerging from the soil.

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Step 8: Transplanting

Once the seedlings reach 4 to 5 inches in length, they are ready to be transplanted into individual pots. Carefully move each seedling to its own pot with fresh potting mix.

Conclusion

Growing chillies at home is a straightforward and rewarding process. With proper care and the right conditions, you can enjoy fresh chillies grown from your own garden. Happy gardening!

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