Should You Remove Flowers From Chilli Plants?
The common advice is to pinch off early flowers so your chilli plant can focus on growth. But the research tells a different story, and so does my experience with hundreds of plants every season.
Chilli Pepper Growing
Chilli Pepper Growing is a rewarding passion that marries agricultural knowledge with a passion for heat. Dive deep into the world of cultivating these spicy delights, from selecting the right soil to reaping the spiciest harvest. Whether you’re a newbie or an expert, our guides and tips ensure your chilli peppers flourish.
Hardiness Zones Explained for Chilli Growers: What They Actually Mean (And What They Don’t)
USDA hardiness zones only tell you one thing about your climate. Learn what they miss, why the same zone can mean completely different growing conditions, and 4 things to check before following any chilli advice.
When to Move Chilli Plants Outside in the UK (Frost Dates + Temperature Rules)
When can I take my chilli plants outside? I get asked this constantly at this time of year. If I had my way, I’d move them out sooner than I actually do. When the sun starts shining, I get itchy feet. It doesn’t matter how good your grow lights are, they’re never going to compete
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How to Feed Chilli Plants (Without Overfeeding Them)
If your chilli plants look healthy but aren’t setting pods, or the leaves are lush and green but flowers keep dropping, there’s a good chance feeding is the problem. Not because you’re not doing enough of it. Usually because you’re doing too much, too early. I made that mistake for years. Loads of growth, very
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Leggy Chilli Seedlings: How to Fix Stretching
Leggy chilli seedlings driving you mad? Here’s exactly why they stretch, how to rescue them fast, and what to do so it never happens again.
Grow Chillies at Home Easily: The Bare Minimum You Need
You don’t need expensive gear to grow chillies at home. You don’t need a polytunnel. Here’s what you actually need and what you can ignore. People overcomplicate chilli growing. After decades of doing this and getting it wrong as often as getting it right, I can tell you that the chilli growing fundamentals are genuinely
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Starting Chilli Seeds in Winter, get Healthy Seedlings Fast!
Starting chillies in winter isn’t madness. It’s just three things done right: warm compost, steady heat, and no drowning, so you get strong seedlings fast (even with snow outside).
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Grow With Me in 2026: The ChilliChump Seedkit Is Finally Here!
It is that time of year again. I pick six chilli varieties each season for us to grow together, same plant and same timing, so we can compare progress through the season. If you want a guided way into chilli growing and a community to share results with, grab a kit and grow along. How
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DIY Free Organic Fertiliser
If you’re keen to garden sustainably and save money, this guide shows you how to turn everyday garden waste, such as weeds and grass clippings, into a nutrient-rich organic feed using just a bucket, rainwater and a few simple steps.
Growing Chillies in Hot Weather: Complete Summer Chilli Plant Care Guide
Right, so apparently we’re living in some sort of climate change fever dream where the UK is now hotter than a ghost pepper’s armpit. Remember when 25°C was considered a proper scorcher and we all lost our minds? Well, those days are gone, folks. We’re hitting 30°C+ regularly now, and growing chillies in hot weather
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Greenhouse vs Polytunnel: The Pros and Cons
Learn the pros and cons of choosing a polytunnel or greenhouse for your garden. Discover which option is best for your plants and gardening needs.
Top Tips for Sowing Chilli Pepper Seeds
Discover top tips to sow chilli seeds & grow chilli peppers successfully. Essential advice for chilli growers on sowing chilli pepper seeds for a spicy harvest.
Mastering Chilli Seedling Care: Expert Tips from ChilliChump
Unlock the secrets of chilli seedling care with expert tips from ChilliChump. Boost your seedling growth for a bountiful harvest. Master chilli cultivation now!
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