Peppers are native to Central and South America. They are among the first plants to be cultivated there. Pepper seeds dating back to 5000 B.C. have
been discovered in Mexico. Because the pepper plant is very adaptable, many different areas of the world are able to cultivate them. More info and recipes at the Harvest of the Month website: http://www.vermontharvestofthemonth.org/september-2023–sweet-peppers.html
Check out our list of pepper-y books for further inspiration: https://charlotte.kohavt.org/MyAccount/MyList/4905
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