Chillies - what are you growing/overwintering?

[Tripmeup]

Can you show us some pics Susie?


Quick pic of some of mine under my new growlight... note the intricate support system

I have others on window sills...

[SusieG]

How big are the modules Susie? Did you sow one seed per module?

Yes, Scarlet, sowed one seed per module .. Just standard size module trays. Going to try to get a picture up ...

[SusieG]

My 'ancho' doing well on the left and a no-show for 'chocolate habanero' on the right ....

[Chris11]

SusieG, Habaneros (C. chinense species) generally need more heat and consistent temperatures than varieties like Ancho Poblano (C. Annuum species).

If you're lucky, your Choc Habs will just take a bit longer, but if they haven't had enough heat, you may need to start again.

They've now been in a month, so the odds are against, but not impossible, for them still germinating at this stage.

[SusieG]

Thanks Chris11 - I think you're right - don't think they're going to come to anything now ..
Just a bit annoyed with myself as I sowed all the seeds in one go. Oh well, it's a learning curve!

[Chris11]

Susie, did you particularly want Choc Habs, and where did your first seeds come from?
It's not too late to try again, and maybe you could try seeds from a different source just in case the others were a duff batch?

[SusieG]

Susie, did you particularly want Choc Habs, and where did your first seeds come from?
It's not too late to try again, and maybe you could try seeds from a different source just in case the others were a duff batch?

Chriss11, I bought them late last year from seed parade ... The reason for the choc habs is that I really like the look of them, don't know how hot etc they are.
I should do as you suggested, and buy some more if you think it's not too late to start again! Do you recommend anywhere in particular to buy from?

[Chris11]

Susie, if you were only looking for one packet, I'd suggest

https://www.southdevonchillifarm.co....-chilli-seeds/

because they're unusual in not charging p&p. Unfortunately it looks like they're currently out of stock.

Others I'd suggest:

Habanero: Chocolate

Chocolate Habanero

Pepper, Chili Pepper 'Habanero Chocolate' Seeds

Seeds Peppers Chilli Habanero Chocolate

Enjoy

[Small pumpkin]

Susie before you look at Chris's last link. Hide your credit card!! It's my favourite place for chilli seeds. There are lots and lots to choose from

[Chris11]

Susie before you look at Chris's last link. Hide your credit card!! It's my favourite place for chilli seeds. There are lots and lots to choose from

Same risk warnings for the other suggestions too

That's why I thought of SDCF first, with free p&p. Elsewhere you're paying £1.50 to £2.00 for p&p, so you start looking at everything else to justify paying the p&p

Seems perfectly logical

[SusieG]

Thanks Chris and small pumpkin! ('though might not be thanking you once I've browsed all those darling chilli seeds!!!) must. not. go. mad. stop. spending!

[SusieG]

Thanks Chris and small pumpkin! ('though might not be thanking you once I've browsed all those darling chilli seeds!!!) must. not. go. mad. stop. spending!

Managed to spend only £4!!! I had to be strong....
Ordered south Devon chilli farm 'pretty purple' (hot) and 'twilight' (for now )

[jackarmy]

But you would be looking at sowing at end of march/begining of april, so personally id think about buying a plant instead unless you are prepared to overwinter.
Any good chilli fests around your way Suzie ?

[SusieG]

Managed to spend only £4!!! I had to be strong....
Ordered south Devon chilli farm 'pretty purple' (hot) and 'twilight' (for now )

My chilli seeds arrived today! Super great speedy service! So guess what I'll be doing first thing tomorrow before I start my shift at work.....?

[SusieG]

But you would be looking at sowing at end of march/begining of april, so personally id think about buying a plant instead unless you are prepared to overwinter.
Any good chilli fests around your way Suzie ?

Jack army, sorry for late response - going to start some of the new babies that arrived today, so fingers crossed! Don't know of any local chilli fests locally, will have to goggle it!