Keep the compost moist, but not wet; peppers don’t mind being a little dry. When flowers appear, use a high-potash tomato feed weekly. Allow fruits to ripen fully – most turn bright red or orange when ...

Different pepper varieties take longer to grow than others, so it’s a good idea to consult your seed packets for specific planting instructions. Sweet bell peppers take only 60 to 90 days to bear ...

Aubergines, chillies and sweet peppers are ideal plants for pots and growing from seed is foolproof. All three of these delicious crops are grown in the same way and there are lots of great ...