Peppers and Eggplants
Organic market gardener Jeff Poppen discusses this year’s crops of peppers and eggplant.
- Post author By NPT Editorial
- Post date April 25, 2024
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Gardener Extras
- 'King Arthur' bell pepper can be harvested green, or later after turning red. They are extra-large size and have a super-sweet flavor.
- The Carmen Pepper is an award-winning Corno di Toro / Bull's Horn variety with a sweet flavor. It matures early and is easy to grow.
- 'Orient Express' eggplant is early maturing, and can handle extreme temperatures.
Jeff Poppen
Jeff says his parents loved growing plants on their Illinois farm, and he credits them for his passion for growing. He’s made his living growing the best organic vegetables he can. Jeff acknowledges he has learned through experience over four decades. He is also an avid student of old-time farming methods, the way folks grew stuff before all of the chemicals in farming. He is compelled to try and shorten the learning curve for other gardeners. Jeff adds, “My wish is that my love for growing organically inspires others.”