Our late-season chilli harvest is in: a colourful mix of reds, oranges, yellows and chocolate pods. Now it’s drying time for flakes and homemade powder to last through winter.
Posts tagged: Season 2026
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Mid-March 2026: Hot Pepper Year Update
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 […]
Chilli sowing season 2026
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.
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