It is the first harbinger of a bountiful harvest: the flowering of the pepperoni. Although it looks beautiful, sometimes there are benefits in removing it. Find out why in this article.
The pepperoni blooms white
The King Blossom
The king flower is the very first flower that forms. You can find them in the fork between the main and side shoots. The king flower plays a crucial role in fruiting.
Remove or not?
Whether or not the royal flower should be removed is a matter of debate. What is certain, however, is that your plant will not be harmed if you pinch off the flower. On the contrary, many gardeners report better growth because the plant can invest its photosynthetic gains in fruiting instead of flowering.
Benefits of detachment
- lush growth
- higher crop yield
What else does the flower reveal?
When raising young peppers, you should also pay attention to the development of the flowers. When the first flowers appear on young shoots, it is time to stop fertilizing.