Once again, we’re going to look at a fruiting vegetable – chilli peppers this time. Chilli peppers just seem to grow and grow in popularity all around the world.

Remember Popeye? With his tobacco pipe and his bulging arms? But surely the thing that most people remember about him was his favourite vegetable - right?

A lot of people love tomatoes, but not all tomato-lovers have tried growing this fruit themselves.

Ah, the Stinking Rose with its penetrating perfume. For those who might be wondering what we’re referring to, here’s a clue. It’s the pungent plant that’s reputed to ward off vampires.

For centuries, ginger has been a popular spice in both oriental and occidental cuisine. In its dried form, it can also be used as a remedy for stomach and bowel problems.

There is no question about it. Without mint, there would be a lot of people walking around with halitosis (that’s bad breath to you and me).

Eaten and enjoyed all around the world, the cucumber can probably lay claim to the title of ‘King of Cool’. The Steve McQueen of the salad world.

Temperature is a key factor in plant growth and development.

Many plants are ‘short-day’ plants, which means that the plant starts to bloom once the days shorten.

Light is essential to plant life. Plants turn light into sugars, which they need for growth and bloom. Indoor crops have to put up with artificial light, which is not always sufficient.