Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Learn how to grow epazote in this article. Growing epazote is possible almost everywhere and it does not require special care. This American herb is sometimes considered weed in favorable climate.
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Blue salvia plants add color to your garden and stay in bloom longer than many other perennials. Most blue salvia are drought tolerant and attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Black Nebula Carrot (Apiaceae) (Daucus carota subsp sativus) Heirloom Non GMO Black Nebula Carrots are incredible dark purple, almost black colored carrot. The color reaches throughout the root. Roots are 9-10 inches long and tapered. Stunning dark purple carrot from skin to core that can be eaten fresh, roasted, steamed or used for dye. You can also leave them in the garden and use for cut flowers. The white umbels are tinged with lavender on the edges and flower stems. Carrots retain their purple color after cooking. Bees love carrot flowers so they make great food for pollinators. They are VIGOROUS, they are large, their stems are strong (making them easier to pull from the soil), and their color is GORGEOUS! May be started inside in seed trays and transplanted when soil begins to warms outside. Direct-sow Carrot seed 1 to 2 weeks before the last spring frost date, when the soil has warmed up to 50°F. Prior to sowing, cultivate the bed deeply and thoroughly to promote baby root growth. Keep the soil moist until they germinate. Thin seedlings 1 to 2 inches apart so each can grow with space and nutrition. 50+ seed pack Please also note that plants are living organisms and their germination and growth depends on many factors, such as temperature, soil type, humidity and the frequency that they are watered, sowing time and conditions, use of fertilizers and plant protection agents (pesticides), as well as weather and climate conditions. We provide help by sharing accurate and up-to-date sowing and growing information, however, we will not bear any responsibility for plants that were not cultivated in conditions appropriate for given species. Orders cannot be changed once your order is in the system. Please check your order for accuracy. We do not accept returns. If you do not receive your order, please contact us first, before ETSY. Though rare, shipments are sometimes lost by the USPS. Once the order is shipped thru the postal service we have no control.
An updated chart of basic companion plants we've grown successfully over the years We recently received an e-mail from a gentleman in China looking for... ... what plants you may have in your garden t
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Enjoy the vibrant flowers of these shrubs when they bloom in spring. A few smell divine, too.
Herbalists know jewelweed (impatiens capensis) as a powerful anti-itch remedy that is safe and effective for mosquito bites and poison ivy, but when you're out foraging for your summertime anti-itch medicine there's also another tasty part of
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Purslane - Identification, Harvesting, & Recipes You probably won't find purslane at your grocery store, and it's unlikely any of us planted it in our gardens. And yet, here in central Pennsylvania, as well as across most of the United States, you have probably seen it. Many of us are pulling it out by the handfuls as a weed. In some farmers markets, this "weed" sells for $7 a pound. It's an incredibly versatile ingredient, with a lemony pepper taste, and it's really good for you too. Purslane is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, having more than than any other leafy vegetable plant. It's protein and iron concentrations are higher than in any cultivated vegetable, including kale. It has more magnesium, vitamin A and vitamin E than kale as well. In a calorie to calorie comparison, it has more potassium than a banana. It also however, has oxalic acid, as many vegetables do, similar to rhubarb and spinach. (Those with kidney problems should avoid these foods) In the 1840s Henry David Thoreau was feasting on it in his Walden Pond cabin. He wrote, “I have made a satisfactory dinner, satisfactory on several accounts, simply off a dish of purslane (Portulaca oleracea) which I gathered in my cornfield, boiled and salted. I give the Latin on account of the savoriness of the trivial name,” he wrote in Walden, published in 1854. Purslane Vs Spurge There are two somewhat similar weeds in my own Central Pennsylvania Backyard, and it is important to know the difference. Spurge is poisonous. Once you know the difference for certain, they are very different plants. But please be certain you know the difference. The site below covers the characteristics of both very well. http://foragedfoodie.blogspot.com/2015/11/purslane.html The Cliff Notes: Spurge [Poisonous] is not a succulent, the leaves are almost paper thin as opposed to the thicker leaves of purslane. Leaves on Spurge [Poisonous] Grown parallel to each other in pairs. If you break the stem of a spurge [poisonous], it will ooze a sticky white liquid, called latex. Purslane [Healthy Green] is a succulent. Both leaves and stems have a thick, fleshy feel. Leaves grow out of the stalk in a "star" of 4 leaves. The leaves are smooth, not serrated. When you break the stem, there is NO sticky white liquid. ========== Harvesting Purslane ============ You can pick purslane leaves the minute they are recognizable, as seedlings. On more mature plants the stems can also be eaten as long as they are tender (older stems are fibrous). If you can pinch the stem off between forefinger and thumbnail, it is tender enough to eat. The fat, unripe seed capsules can also be eaten. Wild foods author John Slattery writes: “If you gather it in the morning it will have more malic acid, and therefore be tangy in taste,” he writes. “Gathered in the afternoon it will be sweeter . . . as the malic acid is transformed into glucose.” =============== Purslane Recipes =============== Purslane is incredibly versatile. There are recipes for pork stew, chimichurri, tacos, and more. We started with a simple purslane salad. You can use it in any salad, with any bottled dressing, if you would like. We used: Purlsane, cherry tomatoes, onion, cucumber, feta cheese, and quick dressing: 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh juice 1 small garlic clove, pureed Salt ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper It was quite good! Next time I'll add fruit. Similar to spinach, purslane pairs well with many fruits such as peaches, or cherries, that go great in salads. Although many recipes are for Mexican dishes, Purslane is also popular in the Mediterranean. This recipe for Purslane, Cherry & Feta Salad is inspired by a greek salad recipe. https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014835-purslane-salad-with-cherries-and-feta 1generous bunch purslane, thick stems cut away (12 ounces, about 4 cups), washed and dried 1tablespoon chopped fresh mint 16 cherries, pitted and quartered [I used more - I think more is better] 12 kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1 small garlic clove, puréed Salt ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Freshly ground pepper 1 to 2 ounces feta, crumbled Purslane Salad with grilled corn & Avacado dressing https://brooklynsupper.com/purslane-with-grilled-corn-red-onions-and-a-creamy-avocado-dressing/ Purslane is also popular in India, and pairs well with curry. Here's a recipe for Purslane & Curry Potato Salad: 3 cups potatoes, cut into 1 inch chunks, and boiled just until tender. 3 stalks celery, minced 1-2 green onions and stems, diced ½ cup sliced bell pepper 2/3 cup raw purslane leaves ½ to 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon curry powder salt and pepper to taste Purslane & Avacado Tacos With Pico De Gallo https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/purslane-and-avocado-tacos-with-pico-de-gallo-51240610 Purslane Quesadilla http://benandbirdy.blogspot.com/2012/07/purslane-quesadilla.html Verdolagas con Costillas de Puerco https://hungrysofia.com/2014/08/06/verdolagas-con-costillas-de-puerco/ Pork Stew With Purslane https://www.mexicoinmykitchen.com/pork-stew-with-purslane/ Purslane Chimichurri https://www.fromachefskitchen.com/purslane-chimichurri/ Purslane tzatziki Sauce https://seekingjoyfulsimplicity.com/healthy-weed-purslane-recipe/ "I learned from my two years’ experience that it would cost incredibly little trouble to obtain one’s necessary food, even in this latitude; that a man may use as simple a diet as the animals, and yet retain health and strength. I have made a satisfactory dinner, satisfactory on several accounts, simply off a dish of purslane (Portulaca oleracea) which I gathered in my cornfield, boiled and salted." - Thoreau ============== https://fieldsofhether.blogspot.com/p/recipes.html
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