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Alpine strawberry (Fragaria vesca) loves full sun or partial shade, though it's best to protect plants from the afternoon sun in hot climates. While Fragaria vesca can tolerate some shade, plants produce more fruit in bright, sunny locations. Grow Fragaria vesca in well-draining, fertile, and moist soil. Alpine strawberries have a strong flavour and can be enjoyed fresh or made into...
These chilies are deliciously tasty and devilishly hot. Popular the world over for their versatility and quality, get some in your garden and you certainly won't regret it!
Dragonfire Extreme Hot Sauce by Scovilla is bound to warm up even the most experienced of spicy thrill-seekers. A little goes a long way, so look to dilute by adding to a dish or cooking sauce. Simply treat with care, and you can't go wrong. Just be sure to have something on standby to cool the burn that this dragon undoubtedly will bring. Extremely hot.
Featured on Hot Ones, Mad Dog 357's hot sauce is an extremely powerful chilli sauce made in Sudbury, Massachusetts. With a Scoville rating of 357,000, Mad Dog 357 hot sauce packs serious heat and is made only for true chilli-heads. Try a recommended dose of 1 drop and strap yourself in the fire literally takes your breath away, sending shivers across your entire body.
Related to the famous California Wonder, Yolo Wonder peppers are very resistant to disease and produce an abundance of sweet, crunchy peppers. Plant Yolo Wonder seeds in full sun in well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter, and roughly 45–60cm apart. Water regularly and feed flowering plants with a potassium-rich fertiliser. Prune/pinch foliage on young plants to encourage bushy...
Made from one of the hottest chillies in the world—the Bhut Jolokia, or Ghost Pepper—rest assured that this sauce by Mad Dog is extremely hot. On the Scoville scale, it comes in around 150,000 SHU. Suitable for adding to dishes or fiery dipping, get your heat fix here!
This Pure Ghost hot sauce from Mad Dog 357 is crafted from one of the hottest chilli peppers in the world: the ghost pepper. Also known as Bhut Jolokia, this pepper can hit hard and fast. Pure Ghost hot sauce is potent enough to blow the heads off most people. For those with a passion for all things fiery, this hot sauce is a necessary addition to your kitchen.
The Pure Gold Hot Sauce from Mad Dog 357 comes in at over 1,000,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. Heat like this is straight-up dangerous. Inside the bullet hanging from the chain around its neck, you will find a small spoon that can be used to properly dose this insanely hot chilli sauce. Using both fresh chillies and capsaicin powder, expect fruity, fiery hotness!
Easy to look after, Alpine Strawberry prefers sunny balconies, windowsills or garden beds. Germinate indoors. Scatter your seeds on the surface of the soil as they need light. Lightly cover with soil and keep moist with a spray bottle. Seeds need 3–4 weeks to sprout and once they have 4 leaves, they can be transplanted into rich soil and placed outside. Expect fruit same or following year.
At 100,000 SHU, this is not the hottest sauce in Mad Dog 357's collection. That being said, in 2012 it was the hottest hot sauce in the world, so do not underestimate it! Named Scorpion Pepper Sauce in honour of its fearsome sting, this sauce may fall at the milder end of their catalogue, but rest assured, mild for Mad Dog still means blowing your head off!
By blending 160,000 SHU Cayenne peppers, fiery hot red Habanero peppers, and an insane 3,000,000 Scoville pepper extract, this 357,000 SHU Hot Sauce Mini was born. Small, but packing a load of heat and intense flavours, never be caught short without some satisfying spice again. The combination of peppers in this sauce makes for a highly refreshing, fruity sauce, in spite of the extreme...
This BBQ sauce from Scovilla goes by the name Friendly Fire. Why? Because it's fiery, but also highly delicious. It's got to be tasted to be understood—what are you waiting for?
This super-hot BBQ sauce from Scovilla contains chipotle, habanero, and Carolina Reaper chillies! Prepare to be blown away in terms of both taste and serious heat! What are you waiting for?
If you want serious heat, it's hard to beat the Dorset Naga Black chili. Reaching up to 800,000 Scoville heat units, this chili is so hot that it's actually dangerous for the uninitiated! Nevertheless, if you've got a taste for spice and want to take things to the next level, look no further.
Zea mays, sweet corn, or popcorn is an ancient crop that grows well in home gardens. It loves full sun and well-draining, moist, and fertile soil (preferably with a neutral or slightly acidic pH). Sow Zea mays in blocks to ensure effective wind pollination to harvest full cobs. Harvest Zea mays when the tassels at the end of the plant's cobs turn black, and use in your favourite recipes.
Bhut Jolokia (Ghost Pepper) was once the hottest chili in the world. With a rating of around 1 million Scoville heat units, you've got to be pretty tough to handle them. But we think you can do it. Get some today!
"The world's hottest chili" is all you really need to know about the Carolina Reaper. Scoring between 1.5 and 2.2 million Scoville heat units, these chilies are ridiculously, dangerously hot. Proceed with caution!
These chilies have a good heat, but aren't ridiculously hot. Perfect for spicing up a meal, while adding a bit of flavour, these unusually shaped chilies start mild at the bottom and get hotter as you move up. There's something for everyone!
These mixed Habanero seeds range from medium heat to fairly hot, and feature a variety of satisfying, sweet flavours. This makes them the perfect accompaniment to many different cuisines, especially those of South and Central America. Grow your own now!
A perennial plant originating from the Mediterranean, German winter thyme, also known as Thymus vulgaris, requires full sun to really flourish. This is a bushy plant that can become a mainstay in your garden for many years under the proper care. Planting in loamy, well-draining soil is the key to success here. Once ready, the herb is ideal for culinary use in a similar way to oregano and...
These Cayenne Long Slims are highly popular chilies for cooking. With a medium heat level, around 30–50K Scoville heat units, they are versatile and delicious. Moreover, they are known to be very easy to grow, offering great yields in a range of conditions.
These chilies are super mild, rating only 500-1,000 SHU. This means they are perfect for those with a very low spice tolerance, or just lovers of salad who want to give it a little bit of edge. Couple that with a relatively rapid growth, and you get a chili well suited to beginners.
This chili strikes a perfect balance between heat, flavour, and versatility. Highly popular in Mexico, it can make a meal super hot, or just add a little bit of lift, depending on how much you add. For those who want an all-rounder in the garden, the Serrano chili is hard to beat!
With its unique flavour and aroma, fennel has been a prized vegetable since the days of ancient Greece. Sow in the early spring months, and let the plant flourish until late September before harvesting. Plenty of room is required, as fennel can reach heights of around 2m. Once ready to harvest, fennel root and fronds can be put to versatile use in the kitchen.
Ruta graveolens, or simply rue, is very hardy and can tolerate poor soil fertility and droughts. Plant established rue specimens in full sun and water sparingly, especially in dense soils. Use mulch to insulate rue plants during winter, and cut back plants entirely to their old wood in spring to encourage new growth. While previously used in various cuisines, rue is best grown as an...
Sow sorrel (Rumex acetosa) seeds in light, warm soil in spring (after the last frost). Common garden sorrel likes damp soil, so water regularly while being diligent not to flood the plant's roots. Trim sorrel plants regularly during the growing season to encourage healthy, bushy growth. Sorrel can be eaten fresh in salads or cooked and puréed to make sauces, soups, or Asian curries/stews.
Sow chicory seeds in spring, after the last frost, in a spot with at least 6hrs of direct sunlight. Take care not to bury the seeds deeper than 0.5cm beneath the soil. Seedlings will sprout after 2–3 weeks in moist (but not wet) soil and should be thinned to leave roughly 30cm between plants. Harvest fresh leaves and blanched buds to eat raw. Dried, ground chicory roots can substitute...
Cynara cardunculus (cardy, cardoon, or artichoke thistle) is a very hardy and somewhat invasive plant. It grows best in soil rich in organic matter (including dung and decomposing plant matter) and in locations with warm conditions and full sunlight. The spiked flowers can be eaten like artichokes, while the stalks are best protected from the sun (using dirt mounds) and served boiled or...
Sow muskmelon seeds outdoors after the last frost in full sun and moist, well-draining soil. Make sure to keep the soil moist (but not wet) at all times for proper germination. Space plants at least 30cm apart, and consider sowing multiple seeds in each spot and thinning the plants once seedlings emerge. Harvest fruits when their skin changes colour and they smell ripe and aromatic.
Unlike most herbs, Petroselinum crispum (parsley) likes fertile soil. Parsley plants can be started indoors in a propagator or on a warm, sunny windowsill. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors after the last frost. Parsley plants like full sun, regular watering, and occasional, balanced fertilisation. Harvest fresh leaves and stems to promote bushier growth, and use in the kitchen as you...
Grow oregano in well-draining pots or planters in full sun. Oregano plants suffer in moist soil, so water them only when their soil has dried out, and plant them in a light soil mix. Shelter oregano plants during long wet spells, and harvest fresh leaves regularly to encourage new growth. Use liberally in Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine for an intense, earthy, and warm flavour.
Lovage seeds are best germinated indoors during spring, then brought outside once they have developed 2 sets of leaves and the last frost has passed. Transplant seedlings into fertile, deep, well-draining soil in full sun. Where possible, keep the soil slightly acidic (roughly 6.5 pH) and partly sandy/loamy with plenty of organic matter. Cook lovage leaves/roots or eat them raw in salads.
Majorana hortensis, or sweet marjoram, loves sunlight just as much as oregano, its closely related cousin. Start marjoram seeds in a propagator or directly outdoors in spring (after the last frost). Marjoram also likes loose, well-draining, and moist soil, though established plants are fairly drought-tolerant. Marjoram is a great seasoning for pork, poultry, and a variety of vegetables.
Catmint/catnip is very hardy and can be sown directly outside in late spring. It likes slightly acidic, well-draining soil and full sun. Although it appreciates regular watering, established plants can deal with moderate dry spells. Besides being loved by cats, catmint attracts pollinators into the garden while repelling mosquitos and cockroaches. Catmint can also be brewed into a wholesome...
Few things are as rewarding as picking your own strawberries. These Granadian F1 strawberries produce large, plump, and deliciously sweet fruits. Start them off early in a protected seedbed when temperatures reach 20°C and transplant them into large pots or an open field in early summer. Pick your berries when they're plump and red, and resow your seeds every year.
Salad burnet thrives in well-draining soil and is a hardy and robust plant whose leaves will be ready to harvest in late summer. Provide ample light, warmth, and water, and it'll reach heights of around 60cm. A plant favoured by such figures as Francis Bacon and Thomas Jefferson, it has a flavour that's perfect for sauces, dressings, and even summer drinks.
Germinate sage in late fall/early spring in an indoor propagator. Bring seedlings outside after the last frost, once they've developed their first set of true leaves. Plant in pots or garden beds in a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Regularly cut back plants and harvest their fresh leaves (which have the best taste) to encourage new growth. Use sage in cooking or to make herbal teas.
Hypericum perforatum, or St. John's wort, is an easy-to-grow perennial with beautiful star-shaped flowers. It grows best in full sun or partial shade, and can tolerate loamy or sandy soils, drought, and even flooding. Plant outdoors from early to mid-summer, and propagate St. John's wort from seed, division, or by taking soft-wood cuttings. Harvested flowers have a long history of holistic...
Anise is best sown in early–mid spring in a sunny but sheltered spot. Germination can take between 3–4 weeks, but may be sped up by soaking seeds in water for a few days prior to planting. Pimpinella anisum hates cold and wet conditions, and likes well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Anise seeds can be harvested in late summer/early autumn and used in a variety of sweet and savoury dishes.
Otherwise known as Mexican spice basil, cinnamon basil has a flavour reminiscent of its namesake, and is perfect for use in both sweet and savoury dishes. However, before that, you'll need to grow it! Cinnamon basil requires full sun and well-draining soil to perform at its best. It can reach over 1m in height, so start plants inside in the spring and let them flourish outside in the...
Like normal basil, Dark Opal basil is best sown indoors. Keep your seedlings on a warm windowsill as they develop their roots and first leaves, then bring them outside in mid/late spring. Like most herbs, basil likes well-draining soil and partial shade/full sun, and is best watered sparingly (in the morning to give the roots time to dry). Use in a variety of cuisines and as a natural...
Chives are best started indoors and brought outside in spring after the last frost, once they are about 4" (10cm) tall. They thrive in half-shade and like fertile, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. Make sure to keep the soil moist (especially during long dry spells in summer) and harvest fresh leaves regularly to encourage new growth. Ideal for seasoning various savoury...
Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) belongs to the mint family and is a close relative of thyme and rosemary. It grows well in light, loamy soil with good drainage and plenty of sunlight. Leaves can be harvested as soon as plants reach 12.5–15cm tall, and are best consumed before the plants flower for a sweeter flavour. Summer savory makes a great seasoning for dressings, sauces, stews, and...
Artemisa vulgaris likes warm, sunny spots with well-draining, dry soil. Mugwort is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that grows well in slightly shaded areas and in both acidic and slightly alkaline soil. Mugwort seeds are best germinated in a propagator or outdoors in spring after the risk of frost passes. Fresh mugwort can be used to season stocks, broth, and game, and as a herbal tonic.
Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) has been cultivated for culinary purposes since at least 500 BCE. This hardy perennial plant likes growing in full sun and fertile, well-draining soil (though it can grow fine even in sandy/loamy soil). Germinate tarragon in spring, and space plants appropriately to accommodate their fast-growing roots. Ideal for adding to salads, marinades, condiments, and...
Norwegian angelica is a plant that originates from the Scandinavian region of Northern Europe. Producing edible stems that are similar to celery, it has plenty of uses in cooking, and the roots can even be used in gin distillation. Norwegian angelica requires consistently moist soil to flourish. Plant in spring, and it'll be ready to harvest come autumn.
Hyssop, or Hyssopus officinalis, is part of the mint family and traditionally found in southern Europe and the Middle East. This shrub is quick to grow and needs to be sown in moist soil under full sun in the early summer months of June onward. With harvests as early as August, the flowers and leaves of this plant have a range of culinary and holistic uses worth exploring.
Cumin needs long, hot seasons to produce seeds to propagate and use in cooking. Start your seedlings off early (4 weeks before the last frost), and bring them outside once temperatures sit above 15°C. Grow your plants in full sun and water sparingly. They'll begin flowering in mid-summer and be harvest-ready after roughly 120 days. Use dried cumin seeds to season meats, stews, curries, and...