I would ignore a good deal of this type of damage unless it becomes extensive. could even be a bit of sunburn. However, I really like the new bags of organic fertilizers-there are several brands available at nurserys. You don't have to diagnose anything, the bagged organic fertilizers are ballanced as to NPK and because you are using organic material there should be plenty of micronutrients. They probably do take a while to become bioavailable to the plant but aren't as likely to wash away and if you are wondering what is going on these are easier than a soil test, and If applied within reason you aren't going to over feed the plants. Just my 2c, Kristi

Before adding anything, I'd wait to see if letting it dry a bit helps. Too much water isn't usually a problem in the intermountain west, but it can be if you water too much. Too much water can cause yellowing in leaves pretty quickly. On the bright side, it doesn't often take very long for things to dry out around here.

Its definitely not overwatering (i think), im very sensitive to the watering schedule and always allow them to just start to wilt, and i can see the medium turning a dry color at the top. I have a very low nutrient medium that ive custom made from scratch(mostly aeration). its kind of a cross between a 5-1-1 and a basic potting soil. Lotsa perlite, a little dolomitic lime, lots of orchid bark. The problem may be from a specific set of plants I repotted in a frenzy and I basically just used straight potting soil. I also planted some seeds in that particular batch of soil and it completely frapped out, perfect germination but stunted growth from the outset and turned all yellow. I believe it was "greenall" brand potting soil. total crap! I replanted all the seedlings into new MG seed start mix to hopefully salvage a few of them but im not holding my breath. About 20 varietals all barely putting out true leaves after 2 months. well see if those get any better. I have a HUGE amount of leftover GH flora series nutes that I have been using. they have been sitting for a few years. 15 gallons total, 5 gals each nute. Its possible that I overfertilized last week since I have so much its hard to get a "teaspoon" amount out of the 5 gallon containers. but Im pretty sure I got it right. @ottawapepper why do you use your nutes at 1/4 strength? ive read this elsewhere but im unsure why I would go that route if my plants are 2-3 months old? I figured this would require a fairly rapid uptake. Im currently growing around 300 pepper plants and about 40 varieties. all hot and superhots. Im running out of room in my greenhouse, Everyone asks my why I dont grow other plants, all i can say is I really like hot peppers! @habjolokia Hi Mark, thanks for the input. I have some supplemental light (led's that are very weak but designed for plant growth) that are more of an experiment than anything else. that is why some of my plants look purple. its the blue/red LED's. Eventually im planning on adding an array of LEDs to the entire greenhouse and then really trying to push my growing season out. So im curious what type of ferts you use Mark? any name brand? why not use the epsom salts? have you had any bad experiences? Im one of those guys who tends to overdo things so the less is more philosophy is usually very applicable for me.

Gosh! I'm not sure I can answer all those! I will endeavour to find out pH values.... We bought it from a nursery locally which we have used many times before. It appears to be bug free. We live in Auckland New Zealand, so it's our winter at present. When we potted it into the plastic tub it is in we fertilised and have used citrus food again recently. It is on a North facing deck, so does get a lot of sun when it's out. The soil appears to be draining well - I checked by sticking a hand in and guessing! Thanks, Patty & Mike.