Rethinking the Purpose of My Website
This post is a little scary to write because it’s very different than the how-to-grow content that I usually publish. I’m taking Grow Hot Peppers in a new direction. As … Read more
Visiting the Basque Country (Euskal Herria)
I feel incredibly blessed. (From what I hear, that’s a good thing. 🙂) So what am I so happy about? I recently returned from a trip to Euskal Herria, which … Read more
Stunted Pepper Plants? The Most Common Reasons, According to Chile Growers
Having stunted pepper plants is extremely frustrating. It’s like your chillies start growing at a snail’s pace or even stop altogether. This is a common problem. It’s probably why it’s … Read more
The Best Tasting Peppers to Grow for Beginners
When you’re just starting out, it’s hard to narrow down the chillies you want to grow. Here’s the criteria for my “best peppers to grow list.” The pepper must: Now … Read more
How to Test Pepper Seed Viability So You Don’t Waste Your Time
You can start your peppers by simply sowing a few seeds and then waiting to see what pops up. It’s much safer to test pepper seed viability first. (By the … Read more
Fertilizer for Pepper Plants: Here’s What You Need to Grow Lots of Chillies
If you’re new to growing chilies, fertilizing peppers can be confusing. When do you start feeding chilies? How often? And, what’s the best fertilizer for pepper plants? Get answers to … Read more
10 Effective Ways to Deter Pepper Plant Pests and Disease (Organic)
Pepper plant pests and disease are just waiting for the opportunity to make an appearance. Sometimes things happen beyond our control. Fortunately, you can follow some tried-and-true practices to prevent … Read more
Overwintering Pepper Plants (2026): How to Save Plants for Next Year
Do pepper plants come back? You’re probably asking this question if it’s getting colder outside. The answer is yes: By overwintering pepper plants, you can help them survive the winter … Read more
Where Do the Hottest Peppers in the World Come From?
The hottest peppers in the world are always changing. By the time you read this post, there will probably be even spicier chillies on the market. Having said that, I … Read more
Chocolate Habanero: About This Awesome Pepper (+ Growing Tips)
The chocolate habanero is one of my absolute favorite peppers. If you love hot and tasty chillies, this is definitely one you should try. There are many varieties of chocolate … Read more
The Ultimate Spicy Margarita Recipe: Habanero, Lime and Patron Tequila
Like the three stooges, “Peter, Paul and Mary”, and the three little pigs, Habanero, Lime and Patron were always meant to go together. They, complete each other. Keeping that in … Read more
Cheesy, Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper Recipe (Goes with the Jalapeno Sauce in Part 2)
(This is part 1 of a recipe. When you’re finished, be sure to make the jalapeno sauce recipe that goes with these peppers.) I love chiles rellenos. One of my … Read more
