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Tag Archives: Aji Rico
Stars of the Garden In 2023 – Part 1
Once again it’s time for my annual review of what did well in the garden this year, and what didn’t. I’ll start with a recap on the weather, since those conditions certainly have a big influence on home and community … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening
Tagged Aji Rico, baccatum peppers, hot peppers, sweet peppers, sweet potatoes, tomatoes
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Harvest Monday September 18, 2023
It’s time once again for Harvest Monday, where we celebrate all things harvest related. Harvests here are slowing down, and the lack of rain is partly to blame. I’ve been watering the sweet potatoes and the fall greens, but everything … Continue reading
Variety Spotlight: Aji Rico Pepper
This is the latest in a series of posts that I’ve done about my favorite varieties of fruits, vegetables and herbs we grow at Happy Acres. To see my other Spotlights, and those from other garden bloggers, visit the Variety Spotlights page. Today’s … Continue reading
Posted in Saturday Spotlight
Tagged #AASWinners, AAS, Aji Rico, fermented food, hot peppers, hot sauce
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Harvest Monday October 24, 2022
It’s time once again for Harvest Monday, where we celebrate all things harvest related. As forecast, we got our first freeze last week, with temps dipping down below 30°F. In the days before, I harvested all the peppers and eggplant … Continue reading
Posted in Harvest Monday
Tagged #AASWinners, Aji Rico, butterflies, collards, eggplant, hot peppers, hot sauce, mums, radishes, sweet potatoes
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