Even in the coldest parts of the UK, it is possible to grow your own chillies and January to February is the perfect time for planting peppers.

Dan May is the owner of what may well be the world's most northerly chilli farm, in Haltwhistle, Northumberland, and founder of Trees Can't Dance, a company producing a range of natural chilli sauces, marinades and pickles.

Here are his hot tips for growing chillies from seed: