CHILLIES GET GROWING
NEW SERIES
This month, I’m looking at the fascinating world of chilli peppers. So, for those of you who have a set of trusty grow lights and a heated propagator tucked away, it’s time to dust them off and start thinking about sowing these fiery (or not-so-fiery) chillies.
Growing chillies is an immensely rewarding pursuit. They don’t demand much space but usually yield an abundance of fruit, enough to satisfy even the most dedicated ‘chilli-head’ throughout the year.
Getting started with your chilli seeds this month requires a bit of time and effort, along with a heated propagator and a grow light, which are pretty affordable nowadays. However, if you lack these tools, it’s often more dependable to start your seed-sowing in March when daylight becomes stronger, and your seedlings are
