A Guide to Chili Species: Exploring the Capsicum Family January 24, 2026 When we think of chili peppers, most of us picture the fiery fruits that bring heat to our favorite dishes. But the story of…
When to Spring Plant and How to Know if it’s too Early? May 8, 2024 Its easy to get confused when we see gorgeous photos on social media of other gardeners planting in other zones, and it is natural…
Shishito Peppers July 19, 2022 No doubt you have enjoyed shishito peppers out at the more trendy restaurants. They make a very tasty summertime appetizer and are popping up…
Grow a Salsa Garden this Spring March 1, 2022 If you are planning your spring garden and scouring through seed catalogues, here’s a thought for you. You could grow a salsa garden this…
Increase the Harvest on Pepper Plants July 26, 2021 How do you increase the harvest on pepper plants? Let’s face it. Peppers aren’t the easiest plants to grow in our gardens. They often…
4 Ways to Preserve Chili Peppers September 29, 2020 Even though we harvest them in late summer, preserving your chilis lets you enjoy the flavor of peppers all year long. There are a…
Making Chipotles from Jalapeños April 24, 2020 Chipotle peppers are a cornerstone of Latin cooking — so essential that they’ve long since transcended their origins. Today, their smoky, complex flavor shows…
Growing Hot Peppers April 21, 2020 Growing hot peppers (capsicum chinense) is a bit different from growing sweet peppers (capsicum annuum). They can be finicky, but once you get the…
