The Capsicum Species

In the paragraphs that follow there is a brief discussion on the different varieties of [...]

Chilies and Peppers

There are basically two types of chilies or chili peppers as it is also known. [...]

Growing Coriander or Cilantro. Coriandrum sativum (Umbelliferae)

Coriander or Cilantro as it is also known is no stranger to any cook. Wherever [...]

Garlic: the most versatile herb

No kitchen- or herb garden is complete without garlic – or Allium sativum. Garlic originated in East [...]

Making the most of your herb garden. General tips when growing herbs

Growing your own herbs In an ideal world, everyone would and should be growing their [...]

The Scoville Heat Units. Bell Peppers and Hot Chilies

The Chili Heat Scale In 1912 a chemist by the name of William Scoville developed a way [...]

The Ultra Hot Chili Pepper Varieties

The African Birds Eye capsicum is a monster regardless of its size. It is so small, but [...]

Herb Gardening

Have you always dreamt of having your own herb garden? Filled with herbs, aromatic herbs, culinary herbs, medicinal herbs, cosmetic [...]