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Overwintering your chilli plants

Susan Carter2024-06-03T14:48:37+08:00

Did you know that chilli plants are actually perennials, and with care can last several years. Indeed, in their second season they tend to produce a much higher yield of fruit, and of course start much earlier in the season than if grown from seed. Depending on your latitude in...

Upcoming Events

Susan Carter2024-06-03T14:47:15+08:00

Ravenswood Chilli "Winter Chill" 8th June 2024

Winter is heating up at the Ravenswood Hotel with the WINTER CHILL (chilli and spice showcase) on Saturday 8th June from 10am -4pm , featuring the state's finest chilli producers showcasing sauces, spices, jerky , salts, rubs, recipe bases and so much more....

Just how hot is that chilli sauce?!

Susan Carter2022-05-16T11:33:05+08:00

Do you ever ask yourself "just how hot is that chilli sauce?"! If you are looking to purchase some sauce, but not sure which to choose, this is your Heatseekers beginner's guide.People's tolerance to chilli heat varies dramatically. If you are lucky enough to live in or near Perth, you...

Common problems when growing chilli plants

Susan Carter2022-05-14T10:49:27+08:00

Introduction

Now that you have germinated your chilli seeds, or maybe you have just bought some seedlings, you are looking forward to a productive season of growing chillies. However, there is still a lot that can go wrong and prevent you reaping the harvest you desire. Here are few of...

Growing chillies from seed

Susan Carter2022-05-14T11:14:39+08:00

Introduction

Growing chillies from seed can be very rewarding. This may seem like a lot to take in, but please don't let it put you off - it is intended as a helpful guide to give you a better growing experience. Of course chillies can be germinated and grown...