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 ...

Ornamental peppers, a stunning plant with both decorative and edible qualities, showcase vibrant fruits and foliage in a variety of colors and shapes. These peppers flourish quickly and require little ...

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 ...

Overwinter your pepper plants for an early harvest next season. Depending on your region, you can grow them as houseplants or store dormant plants in a cool garage.

From cool bell peppers to spicy jalapeños, peppers are a delight to grow and have a wide range of culinary uses. Peppers require a lot of sunshine and warm temperatures in order to thrive, but that ...

Earlier harvests. Peppers grown from seeds or transplants usually take at least a few months to fruit after spring planting.

Come summer, gardeners will feel the heat, and not just in degrees, but also in Scoville units. Even though it’s February, it’s a good time to either begin pepper seeds or start planning which ...

Missing your garden already? Worry not - you can easily grow hot peppers indoors. All you need is to choose the right variety ...

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 ...

Dragon Pepper was a new crop introduced to Grow a Garden as part of the Working Bees and Crafting Update. It's exclusive to the Crafters Seed Pack, along with other plants including Violent Corn, ...