If you’re planning to grow chillies this year and want the best possible start, our chilli plug plants are a brilliant option. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through exactly why buying your plug plants from South Devon Chilli Farm makes a real difference and it’s all thanks to how they’re grown from day one.
1. Grown Using 100% Renewable Energy
All of our chilli plug plants are produced using 100% renewable energy.
That comes from a combination of:
- Solar panels on our farm buildings
- Natural sunlight powering plant growth
- Renewable energy suppliers when solar alone isn’t enough
This means your plants are grown as sustainably as possible, without reliance on fossil fuels -something we’re incredibly proud of.
2. No Pesticides - Ever!
We don’t use any pesticides at any stage of the growing process.
Aphids and pests can appear later in Spring (it happens to the best of us), but instead of spraying chemicals, we rely on natural predators such as ladybirds and parasitic wasps to keep pest populations under control.
This approach protects the plants, the environment, and you - and results in healthier, more resilient chilli plants.
3. Individual Care, Love, and Attention
Perhaps most importantly, every plug plant we grow receives individual care and attention.
At this time of year, many of the plants that will become our crops and mail-order plugs are just being sown. You’ll find rows of propagators ready to be filled, and others already carefully planted.
Each variety is sown separately, by hand, with close attention paid to accuracy and consistency. With so many chilli varieties looking very similar at the seedling stage, meticulous record-keeping ensures that what you order is exactly what you receive.
4. Grown in Optimum Conditions from Day One
All of our plug plants start life in warm, well-ventilated polytunnels, giving them the ideal balance of heat, airflow, and light.
Hygiene is taken extremely seriously in our nursery tunnels. Everything is kept clean and disinfected to reduce disease risk and give seedlings the healthiest possible start.
5. Carefully Prepared for Posting
Sending live plants through the post isn’t something we take lightly - and while we can’t control what happens once parcels leave us, we do everything possible to protect your plants.
We only send plug plants once they are:
- Well-rooted and firmly held in their plug
- Producing true leaves
- Strong enough to handle a bit of movement
Our custom packaging holds each plug securely in place, while leaving protected space above for the foliage so nothing gets squashed in transit.
6. Limited Numbers, Maximum Quality
Because space in our nursery tunnels is limited, we cap the number of plug plants available for pre-order each year. This allows us to maintain the highest standards of care rather than overstretching production.
Pre-order plug plants are expected to begin shipping towards the end of March, weather permitting. We’ll be sharing regular updates across our social media channels so you know exactly when to expect your plants.
Don’t Miss Out
Our plug plants sell out quickly every year, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
If you’re planning your chilli growing season, we’d strongly recommend pre-ordering early to avoid disappointment.
Healthy plants. Grown sustainably. Packed with care.
