Bell peppers are members of the nightshade (Solanaceae) family, along with tomatoes and potatoes, and are native to Central and South America. Of all the pepper varieties, bell peppers are among the ...

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Just like for other garden crops, companion planting benefits peppers, both bell peppers and hot peppers. With the right ...

Bell peppers are popular crops to grow at home and have many potential uses, from being chopped and eaten raw in salads to being cooked in a plethora of dishes. As one plant can produce between five ...

The weather took a wintry turn, but the calendar says it’s spring and that means gardening time has returned. You may have questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! This first week of June finds us pretty dry and in need of rain. Luckily, temperatures have been mild but we definitely could use some precipitation.

BOISE, Idaho — Did you know that there are nearly 50,000 different peppers and chilies grown worldwide, with new hybrids introduced every year? Each one has a slightly different look, color, taste and ...

Gardeners are breathing easier this week. Eleven consecutive days of scorching 100-degree-plus temps have finally moderated, and with this break gardens are coming back to life. When is the best time ...