Pepper Ideas, Tips & Guides

Brown marmorated stink bugs may have a funny name, but no one who has to deal with them is laughing. “They can be a significant issue for commercial growers and home gardeners in regions where the stink bug population is high,” says Jim Walgenbach, PhD, professor and extension entomologist atNorth Carolina State University. “All life stages of stink bugs can cause damage to foliage and fruit.”They feed on all kinds of plants, both edible and ornamental, but their favorites include peaches, apples, pears, pecans, tomatoes, peppers and sweet corn.

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If you are not sure When to Plant Green Peppers in Mid-Florida, don’t worry. This article will give you a detailed insight into how to do it correctly to get the best harvest!

Is it week five? To be honest, I haven’t a clue any more, it’s all merging together.

Anything grown in a pot can give your house a little bit of greenery. But can you imagine the beauty a greenhouse and the best greenhouse plants can add to your homestead?

My first memories of a vegetable garden are of large sunflowers (Helianthus annuus and cvs., annual) growing in our backyard when I was about five years old and my mom was working diligently to feed our growing family. A healthy and productive garden needs attention. In the midsummer, this involves keeping a watchful eye out to get our plants through the heat, unpredictable rains, and various pests that challenge us in the Midwest. Here are some maintenance tips to add to your summer garden to-do list to keep your edible plants healthy and productive.

Pepper is a warm season vegetable like tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplants. The right time to start pepper seeds indoors is during the late winters or early spring. Once spring approaches, the seeds need to be transferred into the garden outdoors or desired pots.

Although a few pests here and there do not cause much harm, if you leave the problem untreated, it can multiply and make an ugly mess. Panic not! Check out our post on Common Houseplant Pests and How to Get Rid of Them!

It's springtime here and I'm busy getting my garden and apple tree ready. I get those pesky rabbits, squirrels, voles, aphids, and more in mine during gardening season — how about you? I thought I would share a few tips on things I use to keep those pests out of my garden. You can see more of my crazy creations here

Whether you grow this delicious fruit in the garden or in a pot on the windowsill, it can be difficult to keep dogs and tomatoes apart. You may have heard that tomatoes are poisonous to dogs. Which leads many pet owners to question whether or not it’s safe for dogs to consume foods containing tomato products. The answer may surprise you.

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By Marilyn Syarto

By Marilyn Syarto

Here are a few different options to save your garden this summer… keep bugs, squirrels, birds — off, and an easy way to kill weeds! The best part — it's super inexpensive! You can find more on my blog Chas' Crazy Creations

Certainly, staking tomatoes is the most important thing. It’s very beneficial and undoubtedly far better than letting the foliage sprawl on the ground. Tomatoes need to be staked or caged to produce their best crop.

The captivating Cordyline Hot Pepper, with its vibrant red foliage, will ignite your landscape with a burst of color. Get ready to spice up your garden and create an unforgettable tropical paradise with this show-stopping plant. Let’s discover its secrets for a dazzling landscape with Cordyline Hot Pepper Plant Information and Landscaping Uses!

So, you’re stuck at home. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up on gardening!With so many options available and warm weather jus

There are foods that you get a single bite of, and you just know you’d be willing to do anything for more. Agretti was one such vegetable for me.I first had it lightly tossed in olive oil

I’m a practical-minded vegetable gardener, and that’s why I favor banana peppers.This type of Capsicum annuum earned its fruity name by producing ligh

Here is a list of some of the most Clever Things You Should Do When Plants are Young. These tricks will enable them to have a headstart and with a healthier growth altogether.

The compound name of Epsom salt is Magnesium Sulfate. You already get a general idea from this name that this salt is rich in magnesium and sulfur. Absence or scarcity of these compounds from the soil makes the plant lose its vigor, affect its growth, and harvest.

Did you know North America has over 4,000 native bees? They are a hugely diverse bunch, ranging from the large carpenter bee to the tiny fairy bee, and all are critical to pollination. Recently, I had the opportunity to learn more about bumble bees and participate in a citizen science project too.

Killing cockroaches is never easy, and as most commercial pest killers are loaded with toxic and powerful chemicals, it can be quite harmful, too. So, read on to know the Natural Ways to Get Rid of Cockroaches from Home & Garden.  

Bell peppers, with their vibrant colors and sweet flavors, are a favorite addition to many dishes. If you’re planning to grow your own, follow these super Tips to Grow Tastiest Bell Peppers!

We have a delightful lineup of unique and delicious Fruits That Start With H that will add a touch of magic to your garden and tantalize your taste buds. Let’s dive into the world of these fantastic fruits and discover their growth characteristics with a dash of fun!

Pepper plants are a popular choice among home gardeners due to their versatility in cooking, from mild to hot and spicy flavors. If you are growing them, then learn these tips on How to Top Pepper Plants for Bigger Harvest!

Just like all living beings, plants do come in interesting and sometimes ridiculous shapes, colors, and forms. These Funny Looking Plants in this list are living proof.

While growing a survival garden, it is essential to know what plants to include and which ones to skip. It can significantly help you and your family to survive on the home produce alone, especially in the times of a pandemic like Corona Virus / Covid-19. Find out How to Grow a Survival Garden in this article!

This one features Rudbeckia, coleus, calibrachoa and ornamental peppers for a fiery color scheme that’s perfect for the fall garden. Click here to see the video!

Are you wondering what to do with some used and old stuff lying around the house? Try your hands on these Household Succulent Container Ideas to make the best out of these scraps!

Want to Create a Pasta Garden on Your Small Balcony? Here’s everything you need to know and more for a fresh supply all-year-round!

Perfect container garden arrangement for full or part sun. These plants can tolerate warm weather easily. In this arrangement, dusty miller is used as a thriller, petunia as filler, and dichondra as spiller!

When it comes to vegetable gardening, many of us focus solely on the practicality of growing fresh produce. However, there is a fascinating world of Ornamental Vegetables that not only provide a bountiful harvest but also add visual appeal to your garden and platter!

The tomatoes in the greenhouse are providing us with pickings every other day.  Just about enough to keep pace with my current lunchtime obsession – walnut sourdough bread rubbed with garlic and piled high with sliced Brandywine tomatoes, pepper and salt and basil and a drizzle of olive oil.

It’s that lovely time of year when I go into the garden each evening and pick a positively Mediterranean selection of vegetables. Tomatoes, basil, courgettes, annelino giallo beans (lovely curving yellow beans from seeds of italy) and a first this week, some Padron peppers. They are also known as Russian Roulette peppers because (according to different sources) one in 10, 20 or 30 is exceedingly hot.  My mistake was letting them grow quite large – they should be picked when only about  3-5cm long at which point it is only the occasional one that will blow your head off.