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Why Are My Pepper Plants Turning Yellow?

Yellowing pepper leaves with no other damage often indicate too much direct sun and heat, over-fertilization, or watering in direct sunlight (which can scald leaves).

Quick Fixes

Water only in early morning or evening.
Reduce fertilizer frequency or strength.
Provide light afternoon shade if sun is intense.

Peppers prefer soil that dries between waterings and moderate feeding.

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