Mind growing

Grow Your Own Food and Improve Your Health! (and others)

Numerous studies show that having access to healthy, safe, and affordable food is essential for maintaining a healthy diet. Growing your own food makes this not only possible but also easy. A U.S. study found that people who grow their...

chili · facts

How do you measure the “heat” of a pepper?

To measure the heat of a pepper, the Scoville scale is used. This scale, named after its creator, Wilbur Scoville, quantifies the spiciness or heat level of peppers and other spicy foods. The Scoville units of a pepper can be determined through two primary methods: the traditional Scoville Organoleptic Test and modern high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).

facts · growing guide

5 Common Gardening Myths Debunked: Grow Smarter, Not Harder

As gardening enthusiasts, we've all heard our fair share of advice passed down through generations. But not all gardening wisdom stands up to scientific scrutiny. Let's dive deep into five common myths to help you grow healthier, happier plants!