Troubleshooting Yellow Pepper in Self-Watering Pot

Likely Overwatering

Dark green, limp leaves + weak stems in self-watering pot = soggy roots. Miracle-Gro + constant moisture = salt buildup + oxygen starvation.

Immediate Fixes

• Stop bottom-watering temporarily.
• Let soil dry to 2" depth.
• Repot in plain potting mix + perlite (no fertilizer).
• Add sand layer at bottom for drainage.

Going Forward

• Water from top when top 1" dry.
• Use organic liquid feed monthly.
• Morning sun (east balcony) is good—6+ hours.

Self-Watering Caveat

Great for thirsty plants (tomatoes), risky for peppers (prefer drier cycles). Monitor soil, not reservoir.