Gene Chumley | Harmony Springs Farm Getting Ready for Germination Time The first week of January is when the whole season starts to tilt forward here at Harmony Springs Farm. While most folks are still easing out of the holidays, we’re gearing up for one of the busiest stretches of our year: germination week. Before a single seed hits soil, there’s a pile of prep work that has to happen — not just for germination itself, but for all the other farm jobs that won’t wait while w

Winter pepper bed prep is in full swing here at Harmony Springs Farm, even during Christmas week. We’re monitoring compost breakdown, planning spring row layout, upgrading irrigation, and getting ready for March soil prep with tilling, subsoiling, and high tunnel improvements. From fertigation troubleshooting to soil test planning, this is the quiet winter work that sets the stage for a hotter, healthier 2026 pepper season.

Why a Comprehensive Irrigation Strategy Wins in High Tunnels for Peppers Growing peppers in the Appalachian foothills isn’t just about heat and soil — it’s about managing water with precision. Here in Blountville, Tennessee , where humidity swings, summer heat spikes, and unpredictable rainfall are the norm, irrigation becomes one of the most important decisions a grower can make. Most gardeners and farmers ask the same question:  “Which is better — drip irrigation or sprinkl

At Harmony Springs Farm, we believe that the secret to growing world-class peppers isn't just about the seeds or the sunshine – it’s about the science. We recently received our latest soil test results, and while we're passionate about our peppers, the results were a bit of a reality check. Soil Test for Peppers is in. The Shocking Truth About Our Soil Test pH for Peppers Most of our soil metrics were exactly where we wanted them, but there was one glaring issue: our soil pH.

Growing superhot peppers is not for the unprepared . Before your first seed hits the soil, map out your entire season from germination through the first frost . Every grower’s timeline is different — whether you have a dedicated grow room or just a sunny windowsill — but careful planning is the key to a thriving harvest. Warning:  Improper timing is the #1 reason growers end the season with green peppers when frost hits. 1. Map Your Entire Superhot Pepper Season Determine you

The Smart Grower’s Trick to Save Time, Money, and Heartache Pepper Seed Germination Viability— Especially for Superhot Varieties If you're growing superhot peppers — Reapers, Ghost, Scorpions, or any heat-monster in between — one of the common mistakes  growers make is waiting until germination time to find out their seeds aren’t viable. B y then, it’s too late. You’ve lost time and potentially ruined your entire grow season. That’s why experienced growers and farmers run

CHECK OUT OUR SEEDS!! The fields at Harmony Springs Farm are quiet now. Every pepper plant’s been cut down, the cover crops are tucked in tight, and the first snow’s hittin’ the ridge. Appalachian weather can’t make up its mind this time of year—frost in the morning, sunshine by lunch, and a freeze again before supper. But that’s farm life in these hills. While the peppers rest, the real heat’s moving to our seed shop. We didn’t expect to move this many so fast, but y’all app

As we close the chapter on this growing season, it’s hard not to feel a sense of accomplishment.

Harmony Springs Farm If you’re anything like me, the thrill of biting into a fiery pepper is unmatched. That rush of heat, the flavor explosion, and the bragging rights that come with handling some of the world’s hottest peppers? Priceless. But buying spicy peppers can be a bit intimidating if you’re new to the game or looking to expand your heat horizons. Don’t worry - I’ve got your back. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about buying spicy peppers, from choosing t

If you’re a pepper lover, a hot sauce maker, or a backyard grower looking to take your garden to the next level, we’ve got exciting news: Harmony Springs Farm now offers curated seed bundles that let you grow multiple superhot peppers in one go. Discover Our Curated Seed Bundles From our farm-tested Chocolate Superhot Seed Bundle to the fiery Ghost Variety Bundle and the trendy Trending Superhot Bundle , these packs are perfect for anyone who wants consistent germination,

Every holiday season, there’s always that one person on your gift list: the hot sauce lover who already has everything . They’ve stocked every shelf with fiery sauces, collected rare bottles, and think nothing can surprise them. Enter the Black Box of Doom  — a handcrafted gift set of small-batch superhot pepper powders  grown, smoked, and blended at Harmony Springs Farm in Tennessee . This is more than a gift; it’s a culinary experience that will impress even the most season

What Do You Get a Hot Sauce Lover That Has a Cabinet Full of Hot Sauce? The Problem:  They Already Have Every Hot Sauce Let’s be honest — the heat lover in your life probably has a cabinet full of hot sauce . Every flavor. Every brand. Every imaginable burn level. So what do you get them? Answer: something they don’t already have.  Something unique, handcrafted, and farm-grown . That’s where the Harmony Springs Superhot Pepper Powder Gift Pack  comes in. Three one-ounce tubes

There’s a big difference between seeds that sprout  and seeds that perform . At Harmony Springs Farm , we’ve grown hundreds of pepper...

The season’s winding down, but the peppers aren’t slowing yet. Warm days and cool mountain nights are working together to ripen an abundance of Ghosts, Scorpions, Reapers, and Primotalii — and they’re coming in strong. Fresh superhot peppers ripening in the field at Harmony Springs Farm. Harvest basket filled with fresh-picked superhot peppers. One thing that sets us apart — these peppers don’t sit around. We pick, pack, and ship the very same day. What leaves Harmony Springs

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