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Leggy Pepper Plants: Prune for Bushier Growth

A tall, bare-stemmed pepper can be rejuvenated. Pinch the growing tip to force lower branching.

How to Prune

Cut main stem just above a node with leaves.
Remove up to 1/3 of height.
New shoots emerge from lower nodes in 2–3 weeks.

Longevity

Peppers are perennial in frost-free zones (like Central FL). With pruning, feeding, and pest control, they produce for years. In cold areas, overwinter in pots indoors.

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