Cayenne chillis are middle ground chillis in terms of hotness, between the habenero and the jalapeño. Their thin skins make them easy to dry and then grind into powder - a must-have staple in any kitchen. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season plants can’t over winter and produce…
Intense! Hot! This is a spicy hot chilli - a must-have in a garden where hot is appreciated in the kitchen. It’s hottest when harvested red, but can be eaten any time from when it reaches a good size, and is green. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season…
Jalapeño chillis feature in most Mexican style dishes in South Africa. They’re very popular here and are easy to grow. Their fresh, warm to hot flavours are fabulous in cooking - anything from poppers to pickled, roasted or smoked. Chillis are long-season crops so the earlier you sow the better. That’s not to say that late season plants can’t over…
