We start a lot of plants indoors each year. Since we grow dozens of new pepper varieties each year, and tons of other crops, we rely heavily on quality indoor grow lights to get them started. Since their debut in 2015, Spider Farmer has established themselves in the grow light space with high quality, reliable …
An argument could be made that the success of a garden relies almost entirely on the quality of its soil. We have tested and tinkered with many, many potting soils, soil amendments, and other products to dial in the perfect soil for pepper plants. In this article, we’ll go through some of the best soils …
The notorious scotch bonnet pepper is an essential ingredient in authentic Caribbean dishes. It is a versatile pepper variety, often used to make Jamaican Jerk seasoning and to spice up soups and stews. The name ‘scotch bonnet’ comes from the pepper’s resemblance to the “Tam o’ shanter” hat, a Scottish bonnet worn by men. The …
Here it is: The pepper growing guide you have been looking for. If you are new to growing peppers, or simply want to improve your pepper plant productivity, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll share all of the most important techniques and tips we use for growing peppers. Learning how to grow …
If you love the flavor and spice of jalapeños, but want the versatility of a bell pepper, then poblanos may be your perfect pepper. These dark green, triangular-shaped peppers are almost as large as bells, but they also have a touch of heat. Thankfully, poblano peppers are also very easy to grow, and can be …
In a world of ever-increasing options, choosing the right LED light can be difficult. The goal is usually to maximize your indoor growing space, provide ample light output, and not break the bank. Enter the ViparSpectra Pro Series LED lineup. This company has been in the grow light space for a long time, having success …
Some plants in the garden require more sunlight than others. Some grow well in partial sun, like leafy greens, beets, and other cool weather crops. Others require more energy from the sun to produce their large fruits and seeds. Peppers grow quickly and produce bountiful harvests of large fruits. As a result, pepper plants can …
Grow tents range from high end to cheap and functional. Mars Hydro seems to fall somewhere in the middle, offering a great variety of grow tent sizes. From small 2’x2′ tents for 1 or 2 plants, to the small-bedroom-sized 8’x8′ tent for large indoor grows. In this article, we will be thoroughly testing and reviewing …
There’s nothing more disappointing than waiting all season, catering to your pepper plants only to harvest two or three measly peppers. If you’ve had this experience, you can try these methods on how to increase pepper plant yields. There are several factors that play into pepper plant productivity throughout the growing season, so we’re here …
AeroGarden was one of the very first companies to make a hydroponic grow system accessible to casual gardeners. With their lineup of attractive, affordable systems, anyone can easily grow fresh basil right next to the kitchen spice rack. We have used our AeroGarden Harvest model for over a year, and have had enough time to …