Chili is not so much food as a state of mind
We’re deep into March 14, 2026, and the Year of the Hot Pepper (thanks to the National Garden Bureau spotlighting Capsicum this year) is firing in full power. In our part of Europe, with chilly winters, variable springs, and that classic last frost risk around mid-April (with averages Apr 11–20), timing is everything for strong […]
The preparation for chilli sowing season 2026 has begun, with careful planning based on past seasons’ performance. Seed selection and organization aim for a balanced variety of heat levels. Emphasizing quality over quantity, the focus is on strong growth through proper timing and conditions for successful germination and harvest.
The National Garden Bureau (NGB) has officially declared 2026 the Year of the Hot Pepper which spotlights hot peppers (genus Capsicum) as the 2026 edible crop of the year, joining other featured plants like azaleas, ficus, crocus, impatiens, and sedum. This non-profit, founded in 1920, chooses standout crops annually to inspire gardeners, and hot peppers […]
To all our passionate chili enthusiasts, friends and family – wishing you an incredible New Year filled with joy, success, and bountiful harvests! May your chili plants thrive, your peppers flourish, and the happy growing continue into an even spicier 2026!