Question
I have a couple of habanero plants with great growth & foliage.  It has been blossoming, but I've yet to see a pepper.  Any thoughts??
Thanks

Answer
Avoid feeding the plants with fertilizers high in nitrogen. Nitrogen promotes lush foliage at the expense of blooms and fruit. Fruit-producing plants such as peppers and tomatoes require a higher concentration of phosphorus and potassium.  Phosphorus produces flowers, which in turn produce fruit, while potassium strengthens the roots to aid them in drawing in nutrients and oxygen.

There are many water-soluble products on the market made specifically for fruit-bearing plants. A typical nutrient ratio would be 1-2-2 or 10-20-20. The first number represents nitrogen, the second phosphorus, and the third potassium. If you're not sure which one works best, ask the retailer at your local garden center. But most of these products specify which plants they are for.

The good news is that the blooms will eventually begin to surface. Weather sometimes plays a factor, but the condition usually improves in time. Just avoid high nitrogen fertilizers, water to a depth of one inch per week, and mulch the plants with dried grass clippings or straw to retain moisture. You should start seeing improvement over the next two weeks.

Good luck, and have a safe holiday.

Mike