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    Some DON’T like it HOT!

    Nov 15, 2021 6 minutes

    Chillies can be polarising: there are people who sweat at the thought of a hot sauce, and other’s who feel like no meal is complete without that characteristic burn. Chillies don’t have to be ludicrously hot though: you can choose a mild chilli that adds flavour to a dish without making it uncomfortable to eat, so that you make the most of their unique flavour profile even if you have chilli fear.

    Mild not wild

    If you’re shy of the heat, start by growing mild varieties. Those at the bottom end of the Scoville scale include Anaheim, Fresno, Paprika, Sundews (similar to the trademarked Peppadews), Sweet Heat, Black Hungarian, Mad Hatter and Starfish. Local seed companies have a good range of mild peppers (and hot ones!), so have a look on their racks in your local garden centre. Summer is also a good time to buy chilli plants to grow on in your garden,

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