Bell peppers are members of the nightshade (Solanaceae) family, along with tomatoes and potatoes, and are native to Central and South America. Of all the pepper varieties, bell peppers are among the ...

MISTAKE 1 IS...A MISTAKE! Flavor isn't affected in the pepper from crossing, but the seeds will be hybrids. So you can plant ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I'm growing a variety of peppers (Cayenne, Tabasco, Habanero, etc.). I ...

Whether you live for peppers so hot they make you cry, or you simply want some of your own spicy goodness to liven up chilis ...

Whether sugary sweet or hot as blue blazes, pepper plants bring zest to your garden and your meals. The good news is that it takes little effort to produce basketloads of these colorful treats. The ...

Badlands Pepper is a Legendary seed that was introduced to Grow a Garden on August 9, 2025, as part of the Kitchen Storm Update. If you're looking to add this crop to your garden, I've put together a ...

There are two kinds of gardeners. First we have the laissez-faire growers who prize plants that thrive when ignored. These are succulent people, well-adjusted and simple. Then there are the gardeners ...

Starting seeds indoors before spring gives you a head start on the growing season and increases your chances of a healthy, ...

Bell Pepper is a Mythical seed that was introduced to Grow a Garden on June 21, 2025, as part of the Summer Update. If you're looking to add this crop to your garden, I've put together a guide on ...

I planted some crowns of asparagus in the spring. They are about 3 feet tall and fernlike, beautiful plants now. Once winter frosts hit and they turn brown, do I cut back to the ground and mulch for ...