henry d Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Just for brevities sake, I decided to re-start the chilli thread. Following Mungler`s instructions I put mine in good quality sowing compost, with both clingfilm and a clear plastic top over them, around 2 weeks ago and yesterday they had appeared ! I think that the use of the radiator and placing them in the sun has helped a quick germination. Next lot will go in, in a week or two. So have you sown yours yet or have you any that have overwintered ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooky Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 what chillies have you planted not started mine yet but im going for some milder banana chillies for pickling this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunkield Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Mine are sown, in the patented window box (the one that was 'overcrowded' last year) cling film on. They are in the shed which is fairly cold but does get the sun when it comes out, nothing is showing yet, so I may bring them indoors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
243ack Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Dorset Naga (chewy but tasty!) set in the airing cupboard on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted March 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 what chillies have you planted not started mine yet but im going for some milder banana chillies for pickling this year No idea what they are as they were from Mungler. They are small, hot and prolific, what more can you want ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I set some scotch bonnets and bird eye 'demon' chillies in the airing cupboard yesterday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humperdingle Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I've bought one of those 5 tier growing greenhouse thingies to go on the south-facing balcony... Hoping for some nice chillies this year, after a dismal performance last year Not sure what types to go for, but something mid-scoville :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piebob Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I sowed mine a couple of weeks ago and achieved a 90% germination rate. Then I managed to kill about 80% of them off So, sowed a few more seeds again last night and will pay more attention this time. I have plenty of Cherry Bomb seeds and a two year old bag of an unknown mixture made up of mostly Prairie Fire. If anyone wants some seeds send me a PM with your address. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul@Ribchester Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I sowed mine a couple of weeks ago and achieved a 90% germination rate. Then I managed to kill about 80% of them off So, sowed a few more seeds again last night and will pay more attention this time. I have plenty of Cherry Bomb seeds and a two year old bag of an unknown mixture made up of mostly Prairie Fire. If anyone wants some seeds send me a PM with your address. Nice offer, PM on way..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teal Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I was inspired by the thread last year, and so this evening bought some seeds. Unfortunately saw the great offer from Piebob too late :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duncan Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 That's it - I'm on board! Hiting the poly tunnel at weekend - Late with sowing toms, sweetcorn, onions and shallots etc, but I'll be with you guys by sunday re:chilli sowing! I normally grow them every year, will watch intently! Duncan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algiz Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I sowed mine about 2 weeks ago but not had any through yet, but hopefully I’ll be seeing shoots in a few days. I haven’t over wintered any chillies but I’ve got a mini red pepper plant that permanently lives in the house. That’s already flowered and has some little peppers on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D_No Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I have a 1 year old habanero growing strong and a very mild pimento thats just coming into first fruit. Will be seeding a few cayenne in a week or two and am swapping a spare pimento seedling for a hungarian hot wax or jalapeno! I keep my on a windowsill in large pots, they seem to have lasted the winter quite well so I'm hopefully going to have a good crop this year! Chillicious! Deano Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul@Ribchester Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 Just like to say a big thankyou to piebob, my chilli seeds arrived in the post this morning. Paul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 I would like to possibly grow some chillis just to see what they turn out like. I would be looking something with medium heat, which chillis should I be considering? Also I have never grown them before so I would like as many tips as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted March 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 Just like to say a big thankyou to piebob, my chilli seeds arrived in the post this morning. Paul. If you got some of his special chillis, "Dinnae ken" they are top quality Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 Try a look at this. I would like to possibly grow some chillis just to see what they turn out like. I would be looking something with medium heat, which chillis should I be considering? Also I have never grown them before so I would like as many tips as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadkill Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 im onboard chaps , just hope i get a result Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul@Ribchester Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 The seeds are in the airing cupboard...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaseone Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Mine are already in their pots in the bathroom and are 5inches tall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripey999 Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 Yey, thanks piebob, they arrived today; going to sort them out tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holly Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 this years are coming on nicely 2 jalapenos 2 prarie fire and 2 jacobs coat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted March 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 this years are coming on nicely 2 jalapenos 2 prarie fire and 2 jacobs coat Niiiiice, flowers as well ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted March 14, 2011 Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 i'm in mine are cayenne cheyenne and about 3" high in greenhouse now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willy1 Posted March 14, 2011 Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 (edited) I grew some Jalepenos last year,and this year i've some Scotch Bonnet on the go, I planted 10 seeds,and have just given 4 away,i've got 4 that are around 3" tall,and have just moved them to a large pot where they will stay.They have been on the window sill in the kitchen from the start,and I will move them out side when (hopefully) there isn't any risk of frosts. Alan Edited March 14, 2011 by willy1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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