Preventing Flower and Fruit Drop on Indoor Chili Pepper

Daily Flower Spraying Sets Fruit on Capsicum annuum

A 2-foot fruiting chili pepper on a sunny windowsill drops flowers and tiny fruitlets.

Solution from Experience

• Spray flowers daily (like tomatoes) to promote pollination and fruit set. This eliminated drop entirely.
• Water liberally spring through September; never let soil dry completely. Reduce after.
• Feed weekly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., Phostrogen powder).
• Morning sun and fresh air are ideal.

Consistent moisture, nutrition, and flower misting keep the plant productive.