If you’ve invested months growing your chilli plants from seed and you’re not ready to let a hard frost end the season, a greenhouse heater is one of the most worthwhile purchases you can make. The right heater means your best plants survive winter and come back fighting in spring — producing fruit weeks earlier…
If you are serious about growing chillies in the UK, a heated propagator is one of the most impactful pieces of equipment you can buy. More than grow lights, more than any particular compost or feed – getting your seeds into consistent warmth from the moment they’re sown is what separates reliable germination from the…
Should you pinch out chilli plants? Find out what it does, when to do it, and when the UK season is too short to make it worthwhile — with step-by-step instructions.
Hungarian Hot Wax Chillies: History & Origin They are part of the Capsicum Annuum variety of chillies. As the name suggests, the Hungarian Hot Wax chillies originate from Hungary, where they have been cultivated for centuries to be used as part of the local cuisine. Hungarian cooking often features mild-to-medium chillies in stews, goulashes, and…
Chilli plants (Capsicum species) are a popular and rewarding plant to grow, whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner. From fiery habaneros to milder jalapeños, growing your own chillies allows you to enjoy fresh, spicy ingredients straight from your garden anyime throughout the summer and autumn. This guide will cover everything you need…
Repot chilli seedlings once the first true leaves appear — around 2-6 weeks after sowing. Step-by-step guide to potting on without damaging your plants.
We’ve talked before on the site about the different ways to make compost and covered the basics of how to compost properly. Over the last few months we’ve received a few emails from readers asking how to make great compost with a dalek composter. Well after a few failures, over the last couple of years I’ve…
About three years ago we planted a small redcurrant bush in the garden. It had been given to us by a family member as a small cutting. For the last two years we have been teased by a huge crop of juicy redcurrants that we’ve been about to pick only to be beaten to the fruit…
Why are your chillies turning black? It could be completely normal — or a sign of a problem. We cover every cause, from natural ripening to blossom end rot and cold damage.