Growing notes

Light

Chilies love brightness, but a little planning helps balcony plants make the most of it.

Chasing the sun

Place pots where they receive the longest stretch of direct sun available. Rotate them every few days so growth stays balanced and leaves do not lean permanently toward the light.

  • Aim for six or more hours of direct sunlight.
  • Harden seedlings off gradually before full exposure.
  • Watch for pale, scorched patches during sudden heat waves.