Tag: habanero

October Chilli Harvest
Chilli Garden

October Chilli Harvest

October is one of the most rewarding months for chilli growers. The long summer sun has done its work, and now the plants are heavy with pods in every shade of fire – from deep greens and chocolate browns to sunset oranges and fierce reds. This month’s harvest is proof that the chilli garden pays […]

Balcony Chilli Gardening
Chilli Garden

Balcony Chilli Gardening in 2025

Urban gardeners around the world are discovering that a sunny balcony can be all it takes to grow a productive and beautiful chilli garden. This year, our own balcony is bursting with life – home to varieties like Habanero Orange, Habanero Chocolate, Bishop’s Crown, Naga Morich and Jalapeño – all thriving in containers, just steps […]

Jalapeño (Capsicum annuum)
Chilli Garden

Season 2025: Chilli Flowers in Full Swing

This season, our chilli plants are putting on a dazzling display, and it’s not just about the fruit. The 2025 growing season has brought an explosion of vibrant flowers from four powerhouse varieties: Jalapeño, Haga Morich, Bishop’s Crown, and Habanero. Each brings its own charm to the garden, and the blooms are just as captivating […]

Habanero Chocolate, Dac, 9 weeks
Chilli Garden

Season 2025: Habanero Chocolate, Dac

As the 2025 chilli growing season heats up, we’re excited to introduce a new member of the ‘My Chilli Garden’ collection — Dac, our thriving and beautifully developing Habanero Chocolate chilli plant. This variety is known for its rich, smoky heat and deep brown pods, often favored in hot sauces and spicy dishes that need […]

Last Harvest - Early November Edition
Chilli Garden

Last Harvest – Early November’24 Edition

Here’s our last harvest in early November 2024, with a beautiful assortment of fiery peppers. This colorful mix includes deep chocolate habaneros, fiery red ghost peppers, bright orange habaneros, and other varieties, all ready to bring intense heat to winter dishes. After months of nurturing and waiting, these peppers have ripened perfectly, displaying rich hues […]

The Habanero Journey – From Green to Fiery Red
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The Habanero Journey – From Green to Fiery Red

If you’re growing habaneros, you’ve probably noticed the captivating color transition that these fiery peppers undergo. In the early stages, habaneros start out green and gradually shift through shades of orange before reaching a rich red hue when fully ripe. This color change isn’t just aesthetic—it’s an indication of flavor development and heat intensity. The […]

Yellow/Orange Habaneros and Red Ghost Peppers
Chilli Garden, Fun

Harvesting and Drying Hot Peppers

As the chili season peaks, it is very satisfying to harvest vibrant, sun-ripened peppers, fresh from the garden. Latest harvest showcases a striking variety of colorful chili peppers, ranging from bright yellow, orange, to deep red and chocolate-brown. The Pepper Lineup For latest harvest, there’s a variety of peppers, including habaneros (yellow/orange) and ghost peppers […]

Orange Habanero
Chilli Pepper Varieties

Orange Habanero

If you’re a chili lover and enjoy a bit of a gardening challenge, orange habanero peppers could be the perfect addition to your garden. These little peppers, known for their vibrant color and fruity yet intense heat, add both beauty and flavor to any garden or dish. Let’s dive into what makes orange habaneros special, […]

Green Chilli Peppers Coming in Strong
Chilli Garden

Green Chilli Peppers Coming in Strong

Look at these gorgeous green chilli peppers coming in strong! Their deep green and twisted shape are a reminder that spice is on the way! Vibrant green peppers growing densely on a leafy plant. The peppers have a distinctive wrinkled surface, resembling varieties known for their heat, such as habaneros or ghost peppers. Their thick, […]

Capsicum chinense Flower
Chilli Garden

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. […]