Jenny T.B. 
There are so many questions about growing peppers from seed, especially when you’re a beginner. If you follow my ultimate guide, gathered from years of growing, you’ll be able to … Read more
As a hot pepper fan, you likely have questions about the Scotch Bonnet vs Habanero. These closely related peppers have similarities (like heat) but distinct characteristics. Let’s look at three … Read more
Understanding how to grow Jalapenos is confusing when you’re new to gardening. If you follow these steps, you’ll know what to do during different Jalapeno plant stages, from starting seeds … Read more
If you’ve ever had problems getting your pepper seeds to germinate, this article is for you. Some chile seeds require special handling before they can sprout. Using a few lesser-known techniques, you can get your seeds to germinate quicker than ever before.
So, how hot is a Jalapeno pepper? The average Jalapeno Scoville ranks between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). If you’re unfamiliar with this heat rating system, that might … Read more
Here’s when to plant peppers: start seeds 8 to 10 weeks before your last expected frost. This way, chilies get a long enough growing season and miss any plant-killing freezes. … Read more
Watering peppers is tricky because you have to get the balance just right. Plants need enough hydration to survive, but too much or too little can kill chilies — especially … Read more
When buying Jalapeno peppers, do you ever wonder if you can start growing Jalapeño plants from the fresh seeds inside those chilies? Jalapeno seeds aren’t hard to come by, but … Read more
The Habanero pepper is a bright orange pod with fruity flavor and spicy heat — that’s only scratching the surface. I can tell you it’s also incredibly colorful, versatile in … Read more
Wondering about companion plants for peppers? These 25 plants help repel pests and keep chilies healthy. Plus, learn what NOT to plant with peppers to avoid problems. (You can also … Read more