Customer Reviews

The Pepper Garden

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An exceptionally well written book. Dr. Bosland from NMSU, Las Cruces is recognized as one of the top pepper researchers in the country (along with Molly Kyle at Cornell). Dave DeWitt adds his ineffable brand of humor to the thoroughly readable text. This book is not as technical as some other books written for the hobbyist or small scale farmer, but it covers a wide range of topics concerning pepper production. I own a number of books about vegetable production in general and peppers in particular; this book is one of my favorites. In addition, some excellent books about pepper pathogens are offered by the AVRDC in Taiwan.

A comprehensive tool for the beginner chile pepper grower and a great reference manual for the more experienced. This book walks a novice through the entire growing process; from seed propagation techniques to garden layout. Covers the history of chile peppers from the beginning of recorded history (well, at least close) to present day commercial and home growing operations. No pepper afficianado should be without this manual. Some full color illustrations, many useful line drawings, and a bushel basket full of additional pepper seed sources.

The Pepper Garden provides everyone with a vast collection of information ranging from the history of peppers to the pests and diseases that attack them. Unfortunatly, the book falls short in providing the reader with in-depth information on growing peppers during the most crucial stage; seeds and germination. Overall, the book is a must-have reference for all gardeners interested in "growing fire"...

This is a useful book on the subject of chilli and pepper cultivation, with interesting information regarding the capsicum species and the origens of cultivated varieties. European growers should bear in mind that the book is very much centred on cultivation in the USA, with references to phytosanitary regulations and provision that apply only in North America. Also, the book is now somewhat dated in that it cites the habanero as being the hottest chilli variety. It is also a short read which, for the learned plantsman gardener of today who craves greater detail, may be a little disappointing.

A complete, comprehensive book for anyone interested in learning more about peppers. Not only is there great information about peppers in general, this book gives great information about growing peppers AND gardening. Very well done.

Too much detail for me, was looking for color pictures of peppers - and differences in cooking and storing different kinds.

Growing more peppers next year so wanted to get a jump on the process. The book is very informative.