Preventing Blossom End Rot on Peppers with Epsom Salts

Introduction

Black, soft bottoms on peppers are blossom end rot—calcium deficiency.

Calcium Deficiency Causes Blossom End Rot

Young plants struggle to absorb soil calcium.

Epsom Salts Aid Calcium Uptake

• Add 2 tbsp Epsom salts to planting hole, mix in.
• Spray 3 tbsp per gallon water every 10 days until after first harvest.

Conclusion

Epsom salts at planting and as foliar spray prevent blossom end rot by improving calcium absorption.