390 Pepper Growing Basics

Get ready to spice up your garden in Episode 390 of Garden Basics with Farmer Fred! Join Master Gardener Gail Pothour as we explore the vibrant world of peppers—discussing their health benefits, essential growing tips, and delicious culinary uses. From sweet varieties like the Gypsy to mildly hot options like the Mariachi, you’ll discover peppers that will light up your garden and your meals!

Packed with practical advice for both seasoned pros and newbies, this episode is your go-to guide for thriving pepper plants. Tune in for a pepper-centric journey that will elevate your gardening game.

Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.

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Pictured: Colorful Sweet peppers

Links:

“Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter This week’s edition: more about all the pepper varieties we talked about in this podcast. By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You!

Dave Wilson Nursery https://www.davewilson.com/home-garden/

Fair Oaks Horticulture Center

Soil Thermometers

Chile Pepper Institute - New Mexico State University

Garden Basics, Ep. 25: Peppers - the Hot and the Sweet

Giant Whitefly Control (UCANR)

South American Tomato Leaf Miner (UCANR)

All About Farmer Fred:

GardenBasics.net

“Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter

Farmer Fred website:
http://farmerfred.com

The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog
http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com