Pepper plants generally need to be watered deeply once or twice a week to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, which helps prevent root rot and other issues

. The exact frequency depends on factors like weather, soil type, and whether the peppers are grown in the ground or containers. Key watering guidelines:

• Water deeply about every 2-4 days during active growth, adjusting for climate conditions. In hot, dry weather, watering every 2-3 days may be necessary, while in cooler, humid climates, watering intervals can extend to 5-7 days

• For container-grown peppers, watering may be needed more frequently-sometimes daily during hot summer days-because pots dry out faster than garden soil

• Always check the soil moisture before watering: water only when the top inch or two of soil feels dry

• Water in the early morning to reduce evaporation and support photosynthesis

• Avoid overwatering, which can cause yellow leaves, drooping, and poor plant health. Overwatering dilutes soil nutrients and can lead to root problems

• Letting pepper plants dry out slightly before watering again can increase capsaicin production, making peppers hotter, but excessive stress may reduce fruit yield

In summary, water pepper plants deeply once or twice a week in the garden, more often if in containers or hot weather, always ensuring the soil is moist but not soggy and adjusting frequency based on local conditions and soil moisture