The growth and yield performance of Habanero pepper (Capsicum chinense) supplied with Urea Fertilizer on in Delta State, Nigeria

Abstract

The growth and yield performance of Habanero pepper (Capsicum chinense) supplied with Urea Fertilizer was carried out in Research Farm, University of Delta Agbor, Delta state, Nigeria. Soil samples in study location were analyzed for their physical and chemical properties to determine their nutrient status. Field trial on the growth and yield performance of Habanero pepper was carried out. The following urea treatments were applied at 0kg/ha, 75kg/ha, 125kg/ha, 175kg/ha and 250kg/ha. The design was a randomized complete block with three replicates. The parameters measured were plant height, number of leaves per plant, leaf area and stem girth at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 weeks after transplanting (WATP). Habanero pepper yield was measured. Application of urea at the rate of 75kg/ha significantly increased Habanero pepper in plant height, number of leaves per plant, leaf area, and stem girth at 10 weeks WAT. Habanero pepper response to 125kg/ha of urea was highest in terms of yield, but not significantly different from urea treatment of 75kg/ha.  Based on the findings of the study, it was concluded that the application of 125kg/ha of urea was the best in term of yield while in terms of cost the application of 75kg/ha is more economical in Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria.