Growing Capsicum, also Bell peppers, Sweet peppers

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14 Jan 14 Frank (Australia - temperate climate)
My capsicum plants are about 20 cm high my problem is The flower formation happens but the bud drops off before The fruit develops can anyone help
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07 Feb 14 Paul (Australia - temperate climate)
Yes having the same problem, Does anyone have any answers on this one
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19 Feb 14 julian (Australia - temperate climate)
Very hot weather can shock the plant and cause the flowers to drop. It could also be magnesium or calcium deficiency. Try a couple of table spoons of epsom salts (for magnesium) around the base and some blood & bone (for calcium). Calcium will take a long time to uptake so be patient. good luck
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