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Seeds vs. seedlings: what to buy this season and where to find them
Nurseries rarely stock the interesting varieties. Here's where to find decent chilli seed suppliers — and when buying seedlings makes sense.
25 Apr 2026
6 min
The beginner's guide to growing chilli from seed in SA
Jalapeños, Thai birds, cayennes — all easy if you start with the right varieties. A practical starter guide for South African gardens.
Growing
21 Apr 2026
5 min
How to grow Carolina Reapers in a South African summer
The Reaper thrives in Gauteng's heat if you get the drainage right. Here's what 12 months of trial and error taught us.
Growing
14 Apr 2026