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 ...

Grow black pepper at home this winter. This tropical spice thrives with simple care. Plant between November and February for ...

MISTAKE 1 IS...A MISTAKE! Flavor isn't affected in the pepper from crossing, but the seeds will be hybrids. So you can plant sweet and hot together if you don't plan on saving seeds. Growing peppers ...

Overwinter your pepper plants for an early harvest next season. Depending on your region, you can grow them as houseplants or store dormant plants in a cool garage.

Catherine Wawira shows capsicum she sells at Kisii county market on February 24,2016. The pepper that act as food spices are imported into the market from other counties. (Photo: Denish Ochieng/ ...

There are two kinds of gardeners. First we have the laissez-faire growers who prize plants that thrive when ignored. These are succulent people, well-adjusted and simple. Then there are the gardeners ...

Want to spice up your life here in the tropics? Why not try growing black pepper in the home garden? Native to India, pepper is prized as a spice and has played an important role throughout history.

Capsicums or pilipili hoho are a hardy plant. All they require is a slightly warmer temperatures than tomatoes or cucumbers. It is rarely attacked by diseases or pests though it still needs proper ...