Month: September 2024

Bishop’s Crown (Capsicum baccatum)
Chilli Garden

The Beauty of the Bishop’s Crown Flower 🌸

The Bishop’s Crown (Capsicum baccatum) is one of the most distinctive and beautiful varieties of chili peppers, and its flowers are equally mesmerizing. Whether you’re a seasoned chili grower or a plant enthusiast, the sight of a Bishop’s Crown flower is enough to draw admiration and curiosity. The Bishop’s Crown flower features delicate white petals […]

Habanero Chocolate peppers are gradually turning their signature rich brown
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Habanero Chocolate: Slowly Getting Their Rich Color

While many habanero varieties turn shades of red or orange, the Habanero Chocolate stands out with its deep, almost cocoa-like hue. But the process is gradual, and for those of us growing these in our gardens, patience is key – as it often takes time for Habanero Chocolate to gradually turn their signature rich brown. […]

Damaged Chilli Pepper
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How to Identify and Prevent Damage on Chili Peppers

How to identify and prevent damage on chili peppers? Gardening can be incredibly rewarding, especially when your hard work pays off with a bountiful harvest of fresh produce. But every now and then, you might encounter some challenges with your plants. Upon closer inspection of one of chili peppers from our garden, we noticed white […]

Fresh Figs
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Another Haul from the Garden

Every season brings a new surprise, and today was no exception. This latest garden haul has brought us a vibrant mix of tomatoes, figs, and other delightful finds, showcasing the rich rewards of home gardening. In today’s harvest, the highlight was undoubtedly the array of stunning tomatoes. From the petite, glossy red tomatoes perfect for […]

Capsicum chinense Flower
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The Beauty of the Habanero Flower 🌸

Habanero peppers are widely known for their intense heat and distinctive fruity flavor, but before these fiery chilies develop, they start as delicate and beautiful flowers. The Habanero flower, often overlooked in favor of its spicy fruit, plays a crucial role in the pepper’s life cycle and adds a touch of elegance to the garden. […]