Plant Care Banana Chili

Banana Chili

Also known as

Banana Pepper, Banana Pepper and Yellow Wax Pepper

Taxonomy

Capsicum annuum 'Banana'
Capsicum
Solanaceae
Solanales

How to care for Banana Chili

💦 Water

How often to water your Banana Chili

Water needs for Banana Chili
0.5 cups
every 9

Banana Chili needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Banana Chili

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Banana Pepper in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Banana Chili: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Banana Chili love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Banana Chili does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Banana Chili in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Banana Chili

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Banana Chili: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Banana Chili after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Banana Chili prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Banana Pepper Water Frequency →

Banana Pepper Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Banana Chili requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Banana Pepper Light Requirements →

Banana Pepper Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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💨 Humidity

Banana Chili doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Banana Pepper Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Banana Chili does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Banana Pepper →

When and How to Successfully Repot Banana Pepper →


💩 Fertilizer

Banana Chili is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Banana Pepper →


🌎 Native Region

Banana Chili is native to the Americas.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Banana Chili

Banana Chili

Banana Chili


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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