Welcome back to season two of the ChilliChump podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Gardener Scott a renowned gardening expert. We get into the challenges of gardening in different climates, share tips for growing chillies and other plants, and discuss the philosophy and passion behind successful gardening.00:00:00 - Introduction to Gardener Scott and His Gardening Journey00:05:19 - Challenges of Growing in Colorado's Climate00:10:54 - Importance of Soil Temperature and pH for Plant Growth00:16:19 - Hardening Plants and Preparing for Outdoor Planting00:21:41 - Learning from Gardening Failures and Successes00:27:02 - The Joy of Experimentation and Learning in Gardening00:32:29 - Preservation Techniques for Harvested Chilies00:37:48 - Balancing Passion and Business in Gardening00:43:11 - Planning and Preserving the Chili Harvest00:48:32 - Favourite Plants to Grow and Their Benefits00:54:05 - Gardening as a Lifelong Passion and Community00:59:31 - Teaching Patience and Fulfilment Through Gardening01:04:53 - Starting a YouTube Channel Focused on Gardening01:10:34 - Creating Educational and Engaging Gardening Content01:16:03 - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Success on YouTube01:21:37 - Building a Community and Sharing Knowledge Online01:26:59 - Exploring Gardens and Collaborating with Other Gardeners01:32:26 - Visiting Iconic Gardens and Learning from Others01:37:56 - Reflecting on the Gardening Journey and Future Plans