Q: Hi Dave,Is it normal for chile plants to drop leaves? The leaves on my chile plant seem to drop on a seasonal basis. They would fall off within a period of time and in order for new leaves to grow, I will have to prune it. In case additional info is required, I am from Singapore and the climate …
Mold
Q: Dear Dave,I have been attempting to grow some peppers from seed this year. My habaneros and some Sicilian peppers have sprouted unbelievably but I have found a mold growing around the top of the soil. My question is this: What did I do wrong? And how can I get rid of it? The only thing that I didn’t do …
Con-Carne Mix
Q: Dave,Specifically concerning chili con-carne mix… I was using, with my chili recipe, a con-carne roll or mix made by Dubuque. I can no longer find this roll. I then began using another con-carne mix or roll made by Blue Ribbon. I can no longer find this product. Could you recommend several con-carne mixes that I may try and that …
BBQ Sauce Base
Q: Hi Dave, I am experimenting with my own BBQ sauces and I would like your expert opinion on something. Which base should I start with…ketchup or tomato sauce? Thanks a lot!–Blake A: Hello Blake:My own personal preference is tomato sauce because ketchup is too sweet.–Dave
Cuttings from Tabasco Plant
Q: Hi Dave, I have a question about some cuttings I have made from a Tabasco plant. They are 10 days old and still under a plastic bag. They look great but I was wondering how many days does it take them to make a root ball? I am afraid to damage them when I take a look!Thanks, Krista A: Krista:Usually …