The current batch of chilli peppers finally hit the dirt while the next one already chilling on the sidelines and getting ready to join.
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Simon’s garden · SloveniaChilli Peppers Getting Ready to go Into the Dirt
Next batch of chilli peppers waiting on the sidelines and getting ready to go into the dirt. As spring approaches, we’re is gearing up for a new season of chilli pepper planting. Our seedlings are thriving in their pots, ready for transplantation into the prepared garden beds. We’ve enriched the soil with compost, ensuring it’s […]
Simon’s garden · SloveniaThe first chilli flowers in 2020
Chilli pepper season begins. Our over-wintered Carolina reapers began to bloom rendering first chilli flowers in 2020.
Simon’s garden · SloveniaStarting a new garden
Starting a new garden is a rewarding adventure, filled with the promise of fresh vegetables, beautiful flowers, and a closer connection to nature. Try to never let your space lay fallow. Plant something 😉 Here’s a step-by-step guide to kickstart your gardening journey. 1. Choose the Right Location 2. Prepare the Soil 3. Plan Your […]
Simon’s garden · SloveniaProgress report for 2nd batch of 2020 season
After lots of problems with the first attempts this season, we have managed to restart it successfully. Week #4 at 95% germination – Moruga yellow, Carolina Reaper, Jalapeno, Cayenne Corto, Habanero Red, 7Pot Primo Red, Lemon Drop Aji, Bolivian Rainbow and Bishops Crown all mostly up and running.
Simon’s garden · SloveniaKeep Calm and Carry On Gardening: A Spring 2020 Lockdown Note
Written in April 2020, during lockdown, while my second batch of chilli seedlings was coming up. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, the mantra “Keep Calm and Carry On Gardening” encourages us to stay calm, focused, and connected to the earth. In these uncertain times, gardening offers a serene escape from the chaos […]
Simon’s garden · SloveniaRe-starting chilli season of 2020
After lots of problems with the first attempts this season, we are re-booting it. Chilli seeds are getting ready to be planted…
Simon’s garden · SloveniaProblems with the 1st batch of 2020
The first batch of chilli plants in 2020 faced several issues, including poor germination rates and slow growth and is still getting hit quite badly. Was away on a business trip for a couple of days and when I got back most of the plants were down. Do not know the exact reason yet, but […]
Simon’s garden · SloveniaProgress report for 1st batch of 2020 season
As the 2020 gardening season kicks off, it’s time to reflect on the progress of our first batch of chilli plants. This year, we’ve put a lot of effort into preparing the soil, selecting the best seeds, and setting up optimal growing conditions to ensure a successful harvest. Germination and Early Growth We started the […]
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