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The fruits grow on a climbing plant which is also well known for its beautiful flowers. The passion fruit vine is a strong, vigorous, evergreen climber, produces egg sized fruit filled with wonderfully tart, bright orange pulp and it originated in South America. This uncommon golden passion fruit is native in Malaysia. Passion fruit vines are hardy to 32F, so protect from any frosts. They can withstand short drops below 32F but foliage may die back. It can grow about 20ft per year. The plant vine can live between 5 to 7 years. Passion fruit can grow well in Southern California and Florida.<br /> <br />How to grow<br />It grows and produces well between altitudes of 2,000 and 4,000 ft (650-1,300 m).<br />Soil type: light to heavy sandy loams, of medium texture are most suitable, and pH should be from 6.5 to 7.5. If the soil is too acid, lime must be applied. Good drainage is essential to minimize the incidence of collar rot.<br />Seeds are planted 1/2 in (1.25 cm) deep in beds, and seedlings may be transplanted when 10 in (25 cm) high.<br />Regular watering will keep a vine flowering and fruiting almost continuously.<br />Pruning passion fruit is essential to avoid overgrown and fungal diseases.<br /> <br />Planting Season<br />Late spring to summer<br /><br />Maturity Period<br />Usually 18 months for first fruit bearing.<br /><br />Harvest<br />Passion fruit falls from the vine when mature, and the fruit is harvested off the ground.<br /><br />Usage<br />Eat raw as fruit or use the fruit pulps to make juices or addictive.<br />In Madeira, the juice of passion fruits is given as a digestive stimulant and treatment for gastric cancer.<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />Good sources of potassium, vitamin A & C and dietary fiberSeed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-48016463327029375342010-08-20T00:22:00.000-07:002010-08-20T00:48:37.565-07:00Red Stem Malabar Spinach<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDP9B0rhwtmRL0YiziAQ2aePFmoHRnsVW6LRoqtMeOBV_9I_H8Kg_hgK8gFwbKL9ifErXoJApxoMYyT2JxOrigAenvzEYOkzM4WnNt5_52K_2CGuN6crO-PFm8YVZ-l4G1C2SZxZOwXAU/s1600/Red+Malabar3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 228px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDP9B0rhwtmRL0YiziAQ2aePFmoHRnsVW6LRoqtMeOBV_9I_H8Kg_hgK8gFwbKL9ifErXoJApxoMYyT2JxOrigAenvzEYOkzM4WnNt5_52K_2CGuN6crO-PFm8YVZ-l4G1C2SZxZOwXAU/s320/Red+Malabar3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507393843134040050" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3v6HfOJi8nz5Zru8hoUC-fKverDthSd59O_3piGOv5fL9vyGxDatYxfj5iJqiopt8Yl40GN-wKpVhYpVwvzt5HGIVJliwoy0OLbfA58V6t-smOHAYtqJtf3QmTvDXJNoOXdQVVgpy4m8/s1600/Red+Malabar2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3v6HfOJi8nz5Zru8hoUC-fKverDthSd59O_3piGOv5fL9vyGxDatYxfj5iJqiopt8Yl40GN-wKpVhYpVwvzt5HGIVJliwoy0OLbfA58V6t-smOHAYtqJtf3QmTvDXJNoOXdQVVgpy4m8/s320/Red+Malabar2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507393836901349602" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipaUGPRNtmc5WvfgnBZDRxfggUZECeZzB6cCKrg69D-3eGIFYQWt1iiciRr7P8rRuTrVoopiCkj3p5lluN6WCxn2w0pszKITiCfT45ZTOCt2FA_WIpGdiAL7EmiM2lL06lAcz8I1s0GPc/s1600/Red+Malabar1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipaUGPRNtmc5WvfgnBZDRxfggUZECeZzB6cCKrg69D-3eGIFYQWt1iiciRr7P8rRuTrVoopiCkj3p5lluN6WCxn2w0pszKITiCfT45ZTOCt2FA_WIpGdiAL7EmiM2lL06lAcz8I1s0GPc/s320/Red+Malabar1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507393826812366098" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy64WaB6XNuVpa6CeUaQOUfqPGHTlQI81Fx3FZbEZeGwKrdSjBrgZr9bSJJqZROvIJX7TwviA8OtxXDYth12mBWdnpqZhxs3sNizF7gBrQVJV722du-b9YuF6EjtpSdHlDUGbJ6Ohyphenhyphen68k/s1600/Red+Malabar.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy64WaB6XNuVpa6CeUaQOUfqPGHTlQI81Fx3FZbEZeGwKrdSjBrgZr9bSJJqZROvIJX7TwviA8OtxXDYth12mBWdnpqZhxs3sNizF7gBrQVJV722du-b9YuF6EjtpSdHlDUGbJ6Ohyphenhyphen68k/s320/Red+Malabar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507393814620448274" border="0" /></a><br />Description<br />A red stemmed cultivar of malabar spinach, it can be grown just like it's green stemmed counterpart. Malabar spinach is in the Basellaceae family, not the spinach family. The taste is similar to spinach. Malabar spinach is grown in Far Eastern countries for the shoots and leaves of the plant. It is a tender and fast growing, climbing tropical vine; growing up to 12 feet tall. This variety has a red stem, dark green leaves in thick heart-shaped; the species is called Basella alba rubra. It is also called Ceylon spinach, Vietnamese Spinach (Mong Toi), Indian Spinach, Emperor Vegetable. It is attractive plant treated as an ornamental vine too.<br /> <br /><br />How to grow<br />Seeds have hard coating and it is suggested to soak seeds in water overnight or the seed skin be scratched before planting. Sow the seed directly on the soil and cover with thin layer of soil.<br /><br />The plant is almost insect-free and is very easy to grow.<br />Full sun / light shade; plant outdoors after last expected frost.<br />It can be grown as a spring-sown annual. Tolerates high rainfall and is extremely heat tolerant; soil pH 6.1 to 6.5.<br />The soil must be rich and well drained.<br /> <br />Planting Season<br />Late spring to early summer<br /><br />Maturity Period<br />60-70 days.<br /><br />Cooking info<br /><br />Only the leaves and young stems are eaten; they are used in salads or steamed with tofu and ginger. The taste is similar to spinach. It is usually cooked with noodles or soup, stir-fried. They have succulent mucilage (a thick gluey substance produced by most plants) that is uses as a thickener in soups or stews. In Japan, it is cooked in tempura or braised and topped with a sesame dressing.<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />High in vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and calcium; also a good source of chlorophyll and dietary fiber.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-79107260966254249562010-05-12T17:48:00.001-07:002010-06-06T19:17:51.107-07:00Kale 'Red Russian'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi5cIenhptpSVxDv2hS2XD3ueTcHH9jkhnompGDdu9WjcUgsP7HrKpyQM_46_Lg9FD_LLjDCKOaOeVCHVjGus7y6l-jdSNCkOq3XtjoIqwiyNam9jvZBntBR3HrZbGoXTpHWfsMVHb9qQ/s1600/Kale+Red+Russian8.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi5cIenhptpSVxDv2hS2XD3ueTcHH9jkhnompGDdu9WjcUgsP7HrKpyQM_46_Lg9FD_LLjDCKOaOeVCHVjGus7y6l-jdSNCkOq3XtjoIqwiyNam9jvZBntBR3HrZbGoXTpHWfsMVHb9qQ/s320/Kale+Red+Russian8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470667226372171170" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiLA0H-TYoZc3izHB5wXhpcNBnB_ISjiHLkQ1vqclQZlIqLsyYXy7RFS-exBCjPFMz_2eXtEAXW1Si4OmHMYUkyGvj7RODizZSw6zi9ytAe2q_xWsSAytciK6E1WJ-GUxVIL1suosvXWU/s1600/Kale+Red+Russian5.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiLA0H-TYoZc3izHB5wXhpcNBnB_ISjiHLkQ1vqclQZlIqLsyYXy7RFS-exBCjPFMz_2eXtEAXW1Si4OmHMYUkyGvj7RODizZSw6zi9ytAe2q_xWsSAytciK6E1WJ-GUxVIL1suosvXWU/s320/Kale+Red+Russian5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470631481533308786" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwcDOWpDO-l0h1MdJ7rFVuMnL781vjpicydt89ve3BzSluCWFBoGnuGYbd9b6UDaLfRrh6x-q6nzmLWPOR_0hF7-F70HsjfY35lep92mar1zErjY5O-sJER5afBJnb0XN93tbVp2YkqZQ/s1600/Kale+Red+Russian2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwcDOWpDO-l0h1MdJ7rFVuMnL781vjpicydt89ve3BzSluCWFBoGnuGYbd9b6UDaLfRrh6x-q6nzmLWPOR_0hF7-F70HsjfY35lep92mar1zErjY5O-sJER5afBJnb0XN93tbVp2YkqZQ/s320/Kale+Red+Russian2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470627425658034530" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3AxeMm7DVShftJ5G31A1_cffoDgZvrk_jHLMzLsy_IoUO8GzvwHTzhvYYLgrG3MylLvq7gWEZ9YsJpDnIMPTIfApDVLA_O1edH9Izf1GXmS4mge9ofub_A9LSwe87zvAGmRnU5oLtzmw/s1600/Kale+Red+Russian1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3AxeMm7DVShftJ5G31A1_cffoDgZvrk_jHLMzLsy_IoUO8GzvwHTzhvYYLgrG3MylLvq7gWEZ9YsJpDnIMPTIfApDVLA_O1edH9Izf1GXmS4mge9ofub_A9LSwe87zvAGmRnU5oLtzmw/s320/Kale+Red+Russian1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470627418815447682" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijoW3WwpLlxnDLfvpkt-1F5RtWuGAYXVwCYcSfH8nWE6ti2NX0pQcwg15xtHU9Gp35wTxsTqNU78QYbB5KE2fd3EXz5zTgUyMczQASuIe9g-O2pwY-7reubSTlQO3RJr0-ywOCX448rM4/s1600/Kale+Red+Russian.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijoW3WwpLlxnDLfvpkt-1F5RtWuGAYXVwCYcSfH8nWE6ti2NX0pQcwg15xtHU9Gp35wTxsTqNU78QYbB5KE2fd3EXz5zTgUyMczQASuIe9g-O2pwY-7reubSTlQO3RJr0-ywOCX448rM4/s320/Kale+Red+Russian.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470627410029050178" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea<br /><br />Description<br />Red Russian is kale variety originally from Siberia. It was brought to Canada in the mid-1880s. Red Russian has tender, red leaves with purple veins. Grows to 2 meters tall; 1 meter wide. Blue green oak leaf type brassica with purple veining. Very ornamental and very edible. Very thick stems can withstand heavy snows. Open pollinated heirloom from Russia. Cold hardy to -10C with very little protection. Plants will survive for years if you don't let them set seed. Will self sow and provide an abundance of greens. Leaves are sweet and tender. Use flowering shoots like rapini; turns green when cooked. Good substitute for Purple Sprouting Broccoli. Yummy.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Sow 6 mm deep. Keep moist. Opt. germination temp: 15-25 C. Days to germ: 7-14. Culture: full sun; well draining average soil; moderate feeder start almost anytime; indoors Feb. for spring-summer greens or June to over winter to provide sweet tender leaves late winter/early spring.<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />High in Beta-Carotene, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Potassium.<br /><br />Red Russian Kale is sweeter, more tender and sturdier than other Kales and Spinaches and is perfect for soups and stir-fries.<br /><br /><form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"><br /><input name="cmd" value="_s-xclick" type="hidden"><table><tbody><tr><td>Red Russian Kale - 150 seeds/pack<br /></td></tr><tr><td><input name="os0" maxlength="60" type="text"></td></tr><br /></tbody></table><br /><input src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_buynowCC_LG.gif" name="submit" alt="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!" type="image" border="0"><br /><img alt="" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/scr/pixel.gif" width="1" border="0" height="1" /><br /></form>Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-50512048712277624562010-05-11T19:47:00.000-07:002010-05-11T20:40:52.919-07:00Arugula<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDPVuCXh8sWklHk2vFmeXTOHQYD2nv6K17ECQlRMRaztKz1xYlo_Ev0bj_DTxcOjM7qYIqCYRKHrTi59HDMYCXi0Xp6qRFI-GagtdNLhak7kEQ05_AWAYJPwGe2nXq8_y-nbFR-Ree7WQ/s1600/Arugula6.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 299px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPNflq9kJOdM3nReP7rxrYTzUn66yJdTwteyK5hoTMRdbNXRC-n5tV9sEmtntMNnkgiFYsBaSBU6REbmXfUX7PDeZFLet0vlO-US9QLjzfY7Yqf7o9gFur-X3dQmpqz7ijO6PP72lZwVs/s320/Arugula.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470222680080259682" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Eruca vesicaria<br /><br />Description<br />Arugula is a leafy green herb of the mustard family. Known also as rocket, Italian cress, roquette, and rucola has elongated dark green leaves that are lobed like the leaves of an oak. In the ground, the plant resembles a loose lettuce with long, slender leaves. The flavor of the leaves is similarly hot and peppery. The leaves can be between 3 and 8 inches (7.5–20 centimeters) in length, depending on the maturity of the leaf. Native to the Mediterranean region, arugula has been grown as a vegetable since the Roman era. The flowers are small, white with dark centers and can be used in the salad for a light piquant flavor. The seed was used for flavoring oils.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Arugula seed prefers a cool soil temperature of 40 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit and prefer a slightly shaded area in which to grow. For the best results, the soil should be fertile and loose, but Arugula will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and will grow just about anywhere provided water is available<br /><br />When planting the seeds in the open soil, sow the seeds one inch apart and in rows that are located 12 to 18 inches apart. Cover the seed with 1/8th of an inch of soil and apply water. The seeds should sprout in 3 to 10 days (longer in cooler than ideal temperatures). For a continuous crop, sow another row every two weeks and this will insure that new cuttings are available at regular intervals.<br /><br />Once the seedlings are established and begin to crowd one another, thin the plants to four inches apart. (At this stage, you are encouraged to use the thinning).<br /><br />Arugula matures very quickly, typically within 40 days. Care should be taken not to allow the leaves to grow too large as they are susceptible to growing very bitter and will be tough. (Arugula also becomes bitter if grown in full sun, so this is definitely a crop for growing in places where many others will not grow). For the best results, select young, tender leaves.<br /><br />Harvest<br />To harvest simply pick the young leaves when the leaves are still smooth and the plant will keep generating new ones for months. Older leaves are a bit tougher and have a stronger taste.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-36052189907615077812010-05-11T00:50:00.000-07:002010-05-11T01:53:38.190-07:00Larkspur Giant Imperial Mix<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnrGP6TGFVTkUv5KkZMlTSrdL1Vx6mKCaQAm7Bnr9dwi7R4gokkPgqzZ9qTn4pUY25HKXO7dFGpiljI-2wCd_9jZrHmTO6KPYP6n995dY1H5gPRauRDipVVMXMAhtRvX0oWdZdr3WDN4/s1600/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 269px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnrGP6TGFVTkUv5KkZMlTSrdL1Vx6mKCaQAm7Bnr9dwi7R4gokkPgqzZ9qTn4pUY25HKXO7dFGpiljI-2wCd_9jZrHmTO6KPYP6n995dY1H5gPRauRDipVVMXMAhtRvX0oWdZdr3WDN4/s320/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469932717575847954" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEH3mnQgkJ8FQtBqiIMi6mURPt870BkgjENUTtSl6ltzJwOB5761hns4AzZCj9zAoqY6imWCP351QNa_jGoPaFADaSkXHfDcbmPPpLwIelXmeUG2MtcxLAoCllh2tH2X54Mltv1tSE3yg/s1600/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEH3mnQgkJ8FQtBqiIMi6mURPt870BkgjENUTtSl6ltzJwOB5761hns4AzZCj9zAoqY6imWCP351QNa_jGoPaFADaSkXHfDcbmPPpLwIelXmeUG2MtcxLAoCllh2tH2X54Mltv1tSE3yg/s320/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469932714776683810" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUa3-jdj0Fx-N_XP1HH8gHhJtn5qIymhHSham3kixrnNMGneSPXmR55qVMzAGbrDEdS1oa02sOFepNCvO7G6dajR1eGxAIHTZ0St1lKPfqejhMUSrP7VsXBtmETAXaDwR0lAn7DBrZ_Y0/s1600/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUa3-jdj0Fx-N_XP1HH8gHhJtn5qIymhHSham3kixrnNMGneSPXmR55qVMzAGbrDEdS1oa02sOFepNCvO7G6dajR1eGxAIHTZ0St1lKPfqejhMUSrP7VsXBtmETAXaDwR0lAn7DBrZ_Y0/s320/Larkspur+Giant+Imperial.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469932704945069874" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Delphinium consolida<br /><br />Description<br />Also known as Annual Delphinium, Larkspur produces tall, heavily-flowered spikes in a beautiful mixture of blue, pink, lilac, rose, and white colors. Growing vigorously to 4 feet in height, they are excellent along walls and fences or as a backdrop to other flowers in beds. A top notch cut flower.<br /><br />How to grow<br /><br />Flower Type: Annual<br />Bloom Time: Spring to Summer<br />Height: 3' to 5'<br />Exposure: Full Sun<br /><br />When to Sow Outside: Early Spring, as soon as the soil can be worked (2 to 3 weeks before last frost.)<br />When to Sow Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before last frost.<br />Seed Depth: 1/4"<br />Seed Spacing: 1"<br />Days to Emerge: 10 - 15<br />Thinning: When 3" tall thin to 1' to 2' apartSeed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-1993333792863453232010-05-10T20:42:00.000-07:002010-05-11T00:38:06.473-07:00NASTURTIUM Dwarf Jewel Mixed Colors<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQUpMXdeQCN5vLRnRGQter1I9XsWDXcKCLqcTFs-5CYiYURSjqOd5la1DxY5uD83pb4zWJ_4ylSam9crt3AbSDyCvLUbQvjMV8qi8eSmG7Pu-CIbR7FO0ATi23wYxJjpHCZBWGgFs2SQQ/s1600/NasturtiumDwarfJewelMix4.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 254px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAD7GTRkF5Vv3lN4DZxAxgtXqlvIyQfyQOe4Vf3scZzqMvneQ20pUA83y_K8MF3ya5_basHEHcF9pwY5qqzyow4KkYDR_lJNnSq8kmmSCkoaI_UQixB71G0LGRjtuAGqNh6OWY9cvbUQM/s320/Nasturtium+seedling.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5469901772520891250" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXhKwcEPsdFN84urF5NBLtS42LFGHuZU1ubXsfhadD6YDphCrbhRz7KoBX2_2lQi2lRCPfMWQ5Nx7Z994_hhWY1ISdnmYsNq1EaTHHOnELu7n0JlOBN9AsBZRpLRVzIRWB00bTmvykKz8/s1600/NasturtiumDwarfJewelMix.jpg"><br /></a><br /><br />Botanical name: Tropaeolum minus<br /><br />Description<br />Nasturtium Dwarf Jewel Mixture seeds grow colorful flower as annual plant. nasturtiums are one of the easiest flowers to grow from seed which makes them an excellent plant for young gardeners. The plant is low, it is ideal for massing, borders or for spot color. Does well in cool weather. Excellent cut flowers for small arrangements. Leaves and flowers are edible. The multi-hued blooms make tasty additions to salads as well as bright, edible garnishes for most dishes. The flavor of both the flowers and the leaves is similar to watercress. Nasturtium can be planted outdoors after the last frost in the spring. Nasturtiums will bloom from the summer until the first frost of autumn.<br /><br />How to grow<br /><span id="listingbody"><br />Flower Type: Annual<br />Bloom Time: Spring to Fall<br />Height: 6" to 12"<br />Exposure: Full Sun or Light Shade<br />When to Sow Outside: Spring, after last frost. In warm climates, plant in fall for winter blooms.<br />When to Sow Inside: Two weeks before last frost. Best to plant directly outside since nasturtiums don't transplant well.<br />Seed Depth: 1/2 "<br />Seed Spacing: 2"<br />Days to Emerge: 10<br />Thinning: When 2" tall thin to 8" to 12" apart<br /><br /></span>Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-37342571777065818482010-05-05T20:39:00.000-07:002010-05-06T01:46:46.815-07:00Lovage<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiWiPoXy6azDRtGwAzEA7Myg0ZfwsUBrbB-mo5cK8CmmeusWJF2bWSH_Z3GTBl06n7fyc0SDSD_Gb5HeVXj-GJc60GFoO0MtW2mHANaAKbQ1oaa_LRTU-X85dVhvBHTstJDgLkUyJZ4VE/s1600/lovage6.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiWiPoXy6azDRtGwAzEA7Myg0ZfwsUBrbB-mo5cK8CmmeusWJF2bWSH_Z3GTBl06n7fyc0SDSD_Gb5HeVXj-GJc60GFoO0MtW2mHANaAKbQ1oaa_LRTU-X85dVhvBHTstJDgLkUyJZ4VE/s320/lovage6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468075668392818738" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLrUThTo5dTDHQPnqoc6Seyi3ojgNGm-tRnrS2VitE-u1NW9lwASO8VN0nre-KBirU7p_mSWnlm7TNV_Pi-RWY89gN0QNvZ8d6SwOeInO1pgLleTNot-oEY9EGrYqqtA4eAWFVzB16-gg/s1600/Lovage5.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidGDAKimjI1Sv6GYpQQWNKa34njv0trC9D_aqoj07BSnn_unFkG_dSYAgdibFJlJxwYmD6fUATGbgedXT-EzZCzLSshSiymDlKE5FzPJrqILA-OBBVQyX3eFp3QB7tX3M_YZIoIeuMi-k/s320/Lovage1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468058375485289202" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9qjdDFs1_Ypnkw4iHhVTBHK2kV6g5gWCzAhQq86cyfU2Bo_-oQVD3LJS5Fz6ceH5wpXqZ9IkCoJtG_Jdb6ThqodvjQ9b2Iq4g9lC_zDk6nOpAcCY32Uzt0mu1lYIaY2MQ4Hq1mhSH52U/s1600/Lovage.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 215px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9qjdDFs1_Ypnkw4iHhVTBHK2kV6g5gWCzAhQq86cyfU2Bo_-oQVD3LJS5Fz6ceH5wpXqZ9IkCoJtG_Jdb6ThqodvjQ9b2Iq4g9lC_zDk6nOpAcCY32Uzt0mu1lYIaY2MQ4Hq1mhSH52U/s320/Lovage.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468058367272224930" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Levisticum officinale<br /><br />Description<br />Lovage is a lofty perennial aromatic herb plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. The herb bears dark green leaves and greenish yellow flowers. All parts of the plant are highly perfumed. Its scent and flavor are similar to celery. The plant grows up to 6 feet tall, but the leaves can be harvested once the plant is at least 1 foot tall. Leaves and stems are edible. The leaves and seeds or fruit of Lovage are used to flavor food, especially in South European cuisine.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Lovage can grow in most soil but prefer moist and well-drained soil. Full sun or partial shade. Temperature is 64-70 F. Keep soil moist for germination and it takes about 14 days to germinate. Sow seed 1/4 inch depth and spacing is 18 inches apart. Regular watering is essential.<br /><br />Uses<br />Medical uses<br />lovage is an extremely beneficial herb for the digestive and respiratory systems. Lovage also possesses considerable diuretic and antimicrobial properties and hence it is normally administered for healing urinary tract problems. Apart from these features, lovage stimulates menstruation and alleviates menstrual pain. The warming quality of lovage helps in improving the poor blood circulation system.<br /><br />Culinary uses<br />Lovage is an excellent ingredient to add flavor or tang to your favorite soups, particularly those that contain potatoes, peas, beans and lentils. The herb and its derivative may also be used to spice up stews like chili, chicken pot pie, stir-fried vegetables and all favorite seafood cuisines. Addition of lovage to tasteless vegetables like summer squash adds flavor and savor to it.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-84656428866415132222010-04-26T18:37:00.000-07:002010-04-26T20:20:19.681-07:00Sweet Chocolate Bell Pepper<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJGLiyYhBstFngbq-dhMcAUvSqohUGL9k7g_SBHI2IVeLmF8WZLq9oUQjZVcHCj0SJy44JQd4yZHq93SdJ52MX3dW-w37K0-6E5-XgU3zTxBkx7JnyZcQprp9v5eWdkDl4PbXWGIs-STQ/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJGLiyYhBstFngbq-dhMcAUvSqohUGL9k7g_SBHI2IVeLmF8WZLq9oUQjZVcHCj0SJy44JQd4yZHq93SdJ52MX3dW-w37K0-6E5-XgU3zTxBkx7JnyZcQprp9v5eWdkDl4PbXWGIs-STQ/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651866967884962" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu0jwfXpEbU6orTPWS5ddjhasieMkSliD8PxZHQbslNmFKqDre9GAIW8YQYcLWcjG4KqETLWLZ0XAgZ4-aZO16CNMHTf85nd_33mOBsYdz7kHzQhq6Z8e7RfpftLPAxPWHPloLsvIaCVI/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 280px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu0jwfXpEbU6orTPWS5ddjhasieMkSliD8PxZHQbslNmFKqDre9GAIW8YQYcLWcjG4KqETLWLZ0XAgZ4-aZO16CNMHTf85nd_33mOBsYdz7kHzQhq6Z8e7RfpftLPAxPWHPloLsvIaCVI/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651078235347890" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg25v8S1mAa8E9TBafVCBEmcGq8Ux7Gwwot0mdptVk3afej8VNf-zXsS670CtyrZbZmkEjOemk5_ptl0d9dhRFS1-M4hyphenhyphenuEifXZpYmlvACMjbE9VaRhgtAC_J1-Y4SQKiUIqr2GmgoFJUA/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 241px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg25v8S1mAa8E9TBafVCBEmcGq8Ux7Gwwot0mdptVk3afej8VNf-zXsS670CtyrZbZmkEjOemk5_ptl0d9dhRFS1-M4hyphenhyphenuEifXZpYmlvACMjbE9VaRhgtAC_J1-Y4SQKiUIqr2GmgoFJUA/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651066576971458" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6GsHzfo1E6X_yonmiFER7Cf-P3VVLHnDVlrkJCL1IZSKzg5A7Dt10UIyZzMgFxguNwm0Y6iLhNIlyKA4BvujFYuMCPN-f68G3mRGS-OAdRjBEvlYTa6Yu8YvQcNsYHX8_UdanOCy_FY/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 282px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6GsHzfo1E6X_yonmiFER7Cf-P3VVLHnDVlrkJCL1IZSKzg5A7Dt10UIyZzMgFxguNwm0Y6iLhNIlyKA4BvujFYuMCPN-f68G3mRGS-OAdRjBEvlYTa6Yu8YvQcNsYHX8_UdanOCy_FY/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651058463189506" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEDKLds81aF8lDThKrkXELKw8kkXBuhV6QGAN6eV3nw52vAi8r7ktXonRQDFkJjDXqOaM-9VR4Lnu1Ybctas2L6Bn1zsPDA5RA9hxuW-YPf2vc6IXJ2CrKa-O2m7hufm9W_MKuQt9g3-U/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate5.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEDKLds81aF8lDThKrkXELKw8kkXBuhV6QGAN6eV3nw52vAi8r7ktXonRQDFkJjDXqOaM-9VR4Lnu1Ybctas2L6Bn1zsPDA5RA9hxuW-YPf2vc6IXJ2CrKa-O2m7hufm9W_MKuQt9g3-U/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651052470010338" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEho6ItItn-MwiWxxGehq_R7CV2QtK5pK6cvKi5u_DI2IncuwQ75zW_tdmesH7RVWnUz4KMoMh_aPxwGj1P6kS5uuGs-B9mua1kE0Ap4qaBDlGxsPJqhQeU0teSpMEUgXh-9CYHzKE_h0/s1600/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate6.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEho6ItItn-MwiWxxGehq_R7CV2QtK5pK6cvKi5u_DI2IncuwQ75zW_tdmesH7RVWnUz4KMoMh_aPxwGj1P6kS5uuGs-B9mua1kE0Ap4qaBDlGxsPJqhQeU0teSpMEUgXh-9CYHzKE_h0/s320/Pepper+Sweet+Chocolate6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464651036699011282" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Capsicum annuum<br /><br />Description<br />Originally introduced in 1965, Sweet Chocolate is an early maturing, medium sized pepper which matures from green to chocolate brown. Plant produces good yields of medium sized chocolate red sweet peppers. Peppers are very sweet, have thick walls, and turn from green, to chocolate when mature. The interior walls are brick red. Plant has green stems, green leaves, and white flowers. Excellent fresh in salads. Maturity in 80 days (brown color)<br /><br />How to grow<br />Full sun is ideal. Keep soil warm and evenly moist during germination, but do not allow to become soggy. Water regularly. Sow seeds at 1/4 inch depth in fertile, well drained, neutral ph soil.<br /><br />Temperature: 27 to 30 degrees Celsius (80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit)<br />Spacing: 2 inch spacing, in rows 18 to 24 inches apart<br />Germination Time: 2 to 4 weeksSeed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-33880839556462626802010-04-21T20:18:00.000-07:002010-04-21T23:29:16.216-07:00Bell Pepper - Big Red<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwZ5Q_mED4gO-rPEqw2g51d37OKEwQ1dFGQ5LyWWgWtmGD4E-778DyIs0qDIEkuYLltWwWs45U-4tD-FGg1GfQJtMMoCWOqy10iwnCsENyey4mD0QlhO69WD7Uhrs7njTeEVhfyFzTxos/s1600/red+bell+pepper7.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 253px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwZ5Q_mED4gO-rPEqw2g51d37OKEwQ1dFGQ5LyWWgWtmGD4E-778DyIs0qDIEkuYLltWwWs45U-4tD-FGg1GfQJtMMoCWOqy10iwnCsENyey4mD0QlhO69WD7Uhrs7njTeEVhfyFzTxos/s320/red+bell+pepper7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462843653414075330" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU30_69_kCOMopr8jF6p02G3l8R8vShvlC0NDqZa8_vGODP7I7PKo8xEaIPR1KTyzqjXLqZLrvhyphenhyphene0SDbDUCPpJCuZMnylK3flKTCkbiUst_pS50_Sytg-YG93NHB_Ck_51N0B9Tbflps/s1600/red+bell+pepper11.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjizqEzUMWLFxHLuhm4kqS_LqYmb_sAPQ7MM63fNmKtAyPvLzTPlwx1YoIe2saCdTUX5z7znCPFl07Nvj9a2VYw8kaT4AXnwng9SJIzTWQ6AGcQa4Y-2EBT7B5WDreakKANXdj9XgAak_o/s320/red+bell+pepper2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462808899757416722" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqVejtex6HmfEZJ9xaao8LDe9dNtvuSk5kZQ4DI58b-D0-UuxAa85jk5owGoDLIyOf7DgftxYhg5hCnZk7UOwfVUJxpVR132OYIfVQMsLDNOOs70GsGfhGxPfcQNeEYMC4333f6xQILVg/s1600/red+bell+pepper4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 258px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqVejtex6HmfEZJ9xaao8LDe9dNtvuSk5kZQ4DI58b-D0-UuxAa85jk5owGoDLIyOf7DgftxYhg5hCnZk7UOwfVUJxpVR132OYIfVQMsLDNOOs70GsGfhGxPfcQNeEYMC4333f6xQILVg/s320/red+bell+pepper4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462808896166726914" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Capsicum annuum<br /><br />Description<br />Bell pepper or sweet pepper is a cultivar group of the species Capsicum annuum (chili pepper). Big Red variety bell pepper produces thick, sweet fleshed fruits maturing to a bright red with 3 to 4 lobes. High yielding and excellent for either fresh markets or home gardens.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Full sun is ideal. Keep soil warm and evenly moist during germination, but do not allow to become soggy. Water regularly. Sow seeds at 1/4 inch depth in fertile, well drained, neutral ph soil.<br /><br />Temperature: 27 to 30 degrees Celsius (80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit)<br />Spacing: 2 inch spacing, in rows 18 to 24 inches apart<br />Germination Time: 2 to 4 weeks<br /><br />Maturity<br />Approximate 80 days<br /><br />Nutrition:<br />A red bell pepper is simply a mature green bell pepper. As a bell pepper ages, its flavor becomes sweeter and milder. Red bell peppers contain eleven times more beta carotene than green bell peppers. It contains rich in Vitamin C, A and dietary fiber.<br /><br />Cooking info<br />Eating raw as salad, stuffed, roasted, stir-fried, and making soup.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-39006897453699376682010-04-20T23:57:00.000-07:002010-04-21T00:30:10.435-07:00Large Red Cherry Tomato<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoVKpcW9N84nKbOLebb85VHcAO-JpTZeohyphenhyphenwVukOI4fEEA3R8hLY_pk8kVM1ZgAz9H5tiwKUTYiFZnZNxB6wRz5K9Szw7H9y8aPouvypdAqwXSgwrnifRpot7vHRngF5jvPqd4rHruP6g/s1600/Cherry+tomato-big6.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoVKpcW9N84nKbOLebb85VHcAO-JpTZeohyphenhyphenwVukOI4fEEA3R8hLY_pk8kVM1ZgAz9H5tiwKUTYiFZnZNxB6wRz5K9Szw7H9y8aPouvypdAqwXSgwrnifRpot7vHRngF5jvPqd4rHruP6g/s320/Cherry+tomato-big6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462489637748322082" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxAdlciOOM1tzK_FZF9k8HM-TsV5WZ_RmgljJvKLRgtW4hjHvdZ0AUX1kBtlcaOF61hBxsgZTw4Lwaig-bjh5vYW-NljoM4lhmv_dcsdqx73s7v52nnEMKTrdAYanqU20OPeUdH98wIOo/s1600/Cherry+tomato-big4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 282px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxAdlciOOM1tzK_FZF9k8HM-TsV5WZ_RmgljJvKLRgtW4hjHvdZ0AUX1kBtlcaOF61hBxsgZTw4Lwaig-bjh5vYW-NljoM4lhmv_dcsdqx73s7v52nnEMKTrdAYanqU20OPeUdH98wIOo/s320/Cherry+tomato-big4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462489630466552850" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZj87G3hZbNoV7UL391s6EsaazmGZ8rCjajooC9x13x7RT5N0kShDL90-HyEWnj02fOS1EOPZw1phBwjUt-ph3jBgjmjrqtDPhMtc9UgG_s-7tAcPYecT9dUVf3gNfBl52RIiCqK5wVxM/s1600/Cherry+tomato-big7.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZj87G3hZbNoV7UL391s6EsaazmGZ8rCjajooC9x13x7RT5N0kShDL90-HyEWnj02fOS1EOPZw1phBwjUt-ph3jBgjmjrqtDPhMtc9UgG_s-7tAcPYecT9dUVf3gNfBl52RIiCqK5wVxM/s320/Cherry+tomato-big7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462489620643519154" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWFBqFjhUDTMvJ5o8wPt0Zhxp1n67748V4SImziPDAHI7LcxFLGN5R_KBAgZ2UQaDRG3c0Y1ND-H9RjpthQXjwidqkgfirTTYfXXRbWtccyXJSkhZMAXeE4gAwykmyeakiw4v6kGczMaI/s1600/Cherry+tomato-big3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWFBqFjhUDTMvJ5o8wPt0Zhxp1n67748V4SImziPDAHI7LcxFLGN5R_KBAgZ2UQaDRG3c0Y1ND-H9RjpthQXjwidqkgfirTTYfXXRbWtccyXJSkhZMAXeE4gAwykmyeakiw4v6kGczMaI/s320/Cherry+tomato-big3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462489618209140066" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNCBlq12MWxtbPFI1A9LXLqvyE-euxkDX93gGXZ4cCifBGx4hczTdwDVDyB2uFpXp58CsNb06uk9QmpKGhf5JcAtGZGjf-JgZ26S-C5-PKZEoRqbKRt9yoeAkw7aVn3f1oVYvnwOIhIUs/s1600/Cherry+tomato-big1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNCBlq12MWxtbPFI1A9LXLqvyE-euxkDX93gGXZ4cCifBGx4hczTdwDVDyB2uFpXp58CsNb06uk9QmpKGhf5JcAtGZGjf-JgZ26S-C5-PKZEoRqbKRt9yoeAkw7aVn3f1oVYvnwOIhIUs/s320/Cherry+tomato-big1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462489606885204226" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Lycopersicon esculentum<br />Other name:<br /><br />Description<br />The cherry tomato plant is large and vigorous, bearing large clusters of cherry size tomatoes. Large Red Cherry produces 1 1/4 inch fruits that sweet and firm. Grows on indeterminate vines; Plants are vigorous and need staking. It is great for salad. Try this popular cherry tomato variety in your vegetable garden this season.<br /><br /><br />How to grow<br />Plant seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before danger of frost is past. May also be planted directly outdoors after last frost. Plant seed 1 inch apart and cover with 1/4 inch of fine soil, well pressed down. Place seed starting tray in a very warm spot (both night and day) and cover with frame of glass or polyethylene to preserve the moisture until seeds start to grow. When plants are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin or transplant 2 inches apart in another tray. After danger of frost is past, transplant outdoors in rows 2 to 3 feet apart, spacing plants 2 to 3 feet apart in the row. Germination take places in 5-10 days. Maturity in about 60 days.<br /><br />Tips: Tomatoes are of tropical origin and like warm weather. Do not set outdoors too early. Maintain good fertility and moisture during the season.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-8113215799397749892010-04-19T18:34:00.000-07:002010-04-19T20:04:49.299-07:00Mustard Mizuna<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSqimyexGqBIlF2h5QLTC6XGl6rqR0cWRhYF70-ux5ZH5ca7n1KsYGDvYrTybRYhhtHGX9znQRpZyxhoIlHPTCHBHtdFbyWogDqDGTTMabIHB9OXaIAZusIsdc8yzyuvVciaQFE5gFrqs/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 202px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSqimyexGqBIlF2h5QLTC6XGl6rqR0cWRhYF70-ux5ZH5ca7n1KsYGDvYrTybRYhhtHGX9znQRpZyxhoIlHPTCHBHtdFbyWogDqDGTTMabIHB9OXaIAZusIsdc8yzyuvVciaQFE5gFrqs/s320/Mustard+Mizuna3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462050137724261970" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX752gMgsTXIXk2ANeyXMOWjxMc7WzMB2FZb7N0_1cp5Dewkln9RP49ifGtcByl04U0jEWrcEVZlUu_yGzu-qbGugNisT1W-T0Oyjpt8r7LNV62RdiaIbuc0TM9AG4bMef1Jj0Pt5TcpE/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna6.jpeg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX752gMgsTXIXk2ANeyXMOWjxMc7WzMB2FZb7N0_1cp5Dewkln9RP49ifGtcByl04U0jEWrcEVZlUu_yGzu-qbGugNisT1W-T0Oyjpt8r7LNV62RdiaIbuc0TM9AG4bMef1Jj0Pt5TcpE/s320/Mustard+Mizuna6.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462047352127725186" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtLmsxLQ-yt_SuSVmlWvbySV2zC-r0IyDH3_NhEbfnqPcPmnxPX64ZpuJWbAqWj3P5sAJUspg0mDocJuNqWDP_LMTvR-eZzX0lMUScfdHuRmssjwe-UlKHyNkppiM2buJKuYkD7uBQqWM/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna5.jpeg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtLmsxLQ-yt_SuSVmlWvbySV2zC-r0IyDH3_NhEbfnqPcPmnxPX64ZpuJWbAqWj3P5sAJUspg0mDocJuNqWDP_LMTvR-eZzX0lMUScfdHuRmssjwe-UlKHyNkppiM2buJKuYkD7uBQqWM/s320/Mustard+Mizuna5.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462046639746830626" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOe9-AZUL52pg6gDwvUR4tYOf3XfNvQ3pzkOMZj3-YiYeT4eP09bpOm5cfxJgUGDq52RG_RV9z39knOUmK7tH4224PMZpiTouP8ROoSfX6azQPiOi8TEwBk_nbYtcHKPAcefXWiQ3LBU/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna4.jpeg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOe9-AZUL52pg6gDwvUR4tYOf3XfNvQ3pzkOMZj3-YiYeT4eP09bpOm5cfxJgUGDq52RG_RV9z39knOUmK7tH4224PMZpiTouP8ROoSfX6azQPiOi8TEwBk_nbYtcHKPAcefXWiQ3LBU/s320/Mustard+Mizuna4.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462044217922792306" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-qKD5izlJMDAecNCsM5TXpgPRGW-6X0kFesSYjmgl1ma2WNsqNJcOFjixmMtOvxeqFnM7K43YuYpBXk5vmsDoQAwbh5f7B4Ardf_1GZ2rjciNbQHN9cR2RKILxkyRSQHg2lRUcUEEbBM/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna2.jpeg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-qKD5izlJMDAecNCsM5TXpgPRGW-6X0kFesSYjmgl1ma2WNsqNJcOFjixmMtOvxeqFnM7K43YuYpBXk5vmsDoQAwbh5f7B4Ardf_1GZ2rjciNbQHN9cR2RKILxkyRSQHg2lRUcUEEbBM/s320/Mustard+Mizuna2.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462044208296443154" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTV547Hz96Sq8bM5kdVC-33SjFeLgeVw8fqUpuGB16f8bIb-z-q77yv1SglaNwpiFO3rFst5ClKU6Cc5ZF5E3fzDLG5Ilprz8XkFylKMXEmMeLOFj3FKWJvXZ_JfuNF8IEL2DEkGOc8rs/s1600/Mustard+Mizuna1.jpeg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTV547Hz96Sq8bM5kdVC-33SjFeLgeVw8fqUpuGB16f8bIb-z-q77yv1SglaNwpiFO3rFst5ClKU6Cc5ZF5E3fzDLG5Ilprz8XkFylKMXEmMeLOFj3FKWJvXZ_JfuNF8IEL2DEkGOc8rs/s320/Mustard+Mizuna1.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462044202439845586" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical Name: Brassica rapa<br />Other name: Kyona, Japanese Mustard, Potherb Mustard, Japanese Greens, California Peppergrass, Spider Mustard<br /><br />Description<br />A Japanese mustard green, Mizuna is believed to have evolved originally from India and is prized as much for its ornamental beauty as its culinary value. The mounds of thin, holly-like serrated leaves seem to “float” above the ground when planted as a border, or in the flower garden as a backdrop for low-growing flowers such as alyssum or lobelia. The plants grow quickly which also makes them great for hiding daffodil and crocus foliage once flowers are done blooming. Grown as an annual plant.<br /><br />Leaves are ready to harvest in just three weeks after seedlings emerge and will withstand heat longer than lettuce without bolting. Mizuna’s looks are deceptive – this beautiful, graceful, branching plant may have a delicate appearance, but its seedlings are tough and will germinate outdoors under cold and wet spring conditions.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Sow seeds in early spring to early summer and late summer to early fall. It can be sown as early as 3 weeks before the last spring frost. It typically takes about 55 days to reach maturity. Sow at 1/2 to 1 inch in fertile, well-drained loamy soil, should should not be sandy. Keep soil moderately moist during germination, avoid soggy conditions, 6 inch spacing in rows 12 to 18 inches apart to grow to maturity. Germination in 10-14 days.<br /><br />Cooking info<br />The delicate leaves add crisp, fresh beauty to a salad of other micro greens or mixed with white daikon. Milder than arugula, the peppery mustard flavor is an excellent addition to soups and stir-fries, as well. The Japanese enjoy the spicy leaves pickled.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-44209367579615954392010-04-14T00:25:00.000-07:002010-04-15T01:14:16.873-07:00Brussel Sprouts - Catskill<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXGoBkGb1c6PsmH9zZvl0xmiV3P2aiTnhwil8r0eK9-sOw0ZWaxaW3W4vGhJvjB-xZdw8NdPC3qbW2j4SqHTB3mn3jHKD48_OXAY6QQgI6kc_HrkfsjXADWX9bUsVb8ZVUwQIpUUiKgCk/s1600/brussels_sprouts_harvest.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXGoBkGb1c6PsmH9zZvl0xmiV3P2aiTnhwil8r0eK9-sOw0ZWaxaW3W4vGhJvjB-xZdw8NdPC3qbW2j4SqHTB3mn3jHKD48_OXAY6QQgI6kc_HrkfsjXADWX9bUsVb8ZVUwQIpUUiKgCk/s320/brussels_sprouts_harvest.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274497183617090" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjofreirjPVoE2dTsaPwDR0lJIjZxNTyuSCICl5PzFkAvHi7QjITbgmKh8TWGIC2VMZ7SlZrAPtfU9kReNjQR8Z4_lJX1-Z1aYW8VpkAAwZU01GAlWRkqTPIekpEks5oi9E_HAvlGsqgjg/s1600/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill+2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 251px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjofreirjPVoE2dTsaPwDR0lJIjZxNTyuSCICl5PzFkAvHi7QjITbgmKh8TWGIC2VMZ7SlZrAPtfU9kReNjQR8Z4_lJX1-Z1aYW8VpkAAwZU01GAlWRkqTPIekpEks5oi9E_HAvlGsqgjg/s320/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274318953229298" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuuyhUwIEO5U1gGGwXQpsryIdVtGyxmf69TuUniZ51d8KOK36cPuXQQZxxKBM3BgC7arHeOJli4Px4EZDaRqOT5sQQNx5ljODtkF-riJxKAEm9LFbsH9ztGaxkxlyXGgoZrju11_ausYI/s1600/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill+1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuuyhUwIEO5U1gGGwXQpsryIdVtGyxmf69TuUniZ51d8KOK36cPuXQQZxxKBM3BgC7arHeOJli4Px4EZDaRqOT5sQQNx5ljODtkF-riJxKAEm9LFbsH9ztGaxkxlyXGgoZrju11_ausYI/s320/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274316030697618" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlGRcI1CTNhqAzRRQiuLfkR5RtYeFmir8tQ8VNmgKetgCrlbmLDKfvVpDYGSh2R3FZLiisyOHpSvFlY8OR5SCcANRLy8Itc_MPTP8pffizXBkbZ_YZ0uchDEMEIZiE1F61CBWNcT6ccZU/s1600/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlGRcI1CTNhqAzRRQiuLfkR5RtYeFmir8tQ8VNmgKetgCrlbmLDKfvVpDYGSh2R3FZLiisyOHpSvFlY8OR5SCcANRLy8Itc_MPTP8pffizXBkbZ_YZ0uchDEMEIZiE1F61CBWNcT6ccZU/s320/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274311710189826" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZOhmvvZQoBBdHI2VYTnGVkF-OELm0_9v2_M7vTJl3SIEQxZIPDJgXD_KKe41SCcV0h05BJj3hcPChKMPjHfBaZrl9amNMHuiGWhHwnPGOn0hUTYAN6WLEc97Kiymm3DX_sgdKr-2s1V0/s1600/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZOhmvvZQoBBdHI2VYTnGVkF-OELm0_9v2_M7vTJl3SIEQxZIPDJgXD_KKe41SCcV0h05BJj3hcPChKMPjHfBaZrl9amNMHuiGWhHwnPGOn0hUTYAN6WLEc97Kiymm3DX_sgdKr-2s1V0/s320/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274301733938466" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8pGpj1DQ1JJY4Sk7w0pdC6cIzHjq8ouNKSUMMfXy41BcGf827FaiMulRxg6nS66qu6yzBIqUjHuxXG8awHrwYGrQxiNblPqUOF6xY13k8dcFn42fExsKhveQ6jODWzrOO7ok1N9agaFw/s1600/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8pGpj1DQ1JJY4Sk7w0pdC6cIzHjq8ouNKSUMMfXy41BcGf827FaiMulRxg6nS66qu6yzBIqUjHuxXG8awHrwYGrQxiNblPqUOF6xY13k8dcFn42fExsKhveQ6jODWzrOO7ok1N9agaFw/s320/Brussel+Sprouts+-+Catskill.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5460274295762323746" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea<br />Other name:<br /><br />Description<br />An heirloom from 1941, Catskill is a dwarf variety with high yields. Sprouts are 1.25 to 1.75 inches on 20 to 24 inch plants, dark green and firm.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Brussel sprouts grow best in cooler seasons when the temperatures are 5 to 19 degrees Celsius (41 to 66 degrees Fahrenheit). Plant seed 1/2" deep, spaced 3" apart. Rows should be 6" - 8" apart. Thin or transplant seedlings to 18" if necessary when a few inches tall. Keep the soil moist but not soggy until the seeds germinate. After germination, water as needed. Mulch plants when they are 4" to 6" tall to keep the soil cool and to retain moisture. To increase the size of Brussels sprouts pinch 4" - 6" off the top of the plants when the lower sprouts are 1/2".<br /><br />Harvest when the heads are 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Plant in spring after the last frost once the soil can be worked or in the mid summer about 12 to 14 weeks before the first frost.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-19946381215542130022010-04-13T18:22:00.000-07:002010-04-13T22:30:34.480-07:00Wheat Grass Sprouting Seeds (Hard Red Wheat)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMXYXd7V9ukOmnUlIK4vyT-zdc6nK-t8CDfMS1tJq3WAaiHsyEzaZo22jhNvIUFbW1zQOy8cUkHR6TYON39h1NAOtzQ30RVhZRPirwAmjRJsxqnE4-57ZkFKfI77vbKKevA8lAHuTvvf4/s1600/wheatgrass-tray.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 229px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMXYXd7V9ukOmnUlIK4vyT-zdc6nK-t8CDfMS1tJq3WAaiHsyEzaZo22jhNvIUFbW1zQOy8cUkHR6TYON39h1NAOtzQ30RVhZRPirwAmjRJsxqnE4-57ZkFKfI77vbKKevA8lAHuTvvf4/s320/wheatgrass-tray.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459814948509649298" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmi2o36Kz2r18uYD3qbW_7ES9mtzdxcaeWjMw_5JfM5y1-WKsuFpouDC4MY68jMPoNm3iAdyWfKEoK1Xq7uHpuenDEifyPlvHPz6ioSEP3AN5wUfcue-B7bLz4PJHq3Y9oHhVuSZy_BoM/s1600/wheatgrass1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmi2o36Kz2r18uYD3qbW_7ES9mtzdxcaeWjMw_5JfM5y1-WKsuFpouDC4MY68jMPoNm3iAdyWfKEoK1Xq7uHpuenDEifyPlvHPz6ioSEP3AN5wUfcue-B7bLz4PJHq3Y9oHhVuSZy_BoM/s320/wheatgrass1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459814943720895906" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD84Mi0t3Fk7Br4nI4lYLoPvDkljuxrbVCg2PHevwd1-aBiFy4v5oHLMlH4msb9BXoO3XnRoNkmKk0D2Vaw713-I9rRl3TmQV2sFm3WmXCPqwa6kuekJ2jJJ031UMtPKNTfPab6KUzstk/s1600/wheatgrass.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD84Mi0t3Fk7Br4nI4lYLoPvDkljuxrbVCg2PHevwd1-aBiFy4v5oHLMlH4msb9BXoO3XnRoNkmKk0D2Vaw713-I9rRl3TmQV2sFm3WmXCPqwa6kuekJ2jJJ031UMtPKNTfPab6KUzstk/s320/wheatgrass.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459814928680329778" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Triticum aestivum<br />Other name: Hard Red Wheat<br /><br />Description<br />Wheatgrass grown from hard red wheat berry seeds is extremely nutritious and offers a number of health benefits. The grown wheatgrass is often used to make juice. Growing your own red wheat berry seeds at home makes the cost of this nutritional drink very affordable.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Growing wheatgrass can be fun and enjoyable. The process is simple and the end result is nutritious as well as delicious. Soak seed for six to twelve hours. Spread seed evenly within a propagation tray and water thoroughly, but do not saturate. Cover the tray with a humidity dome or plastic until germination. After germination, the plastic can be removed and a regular light misting, as necessary, is sufficient to keep the sprouts moist. After about five days of growth, the nutrients within the seed will be expended and a low-strength, liquid hydroponic fertilizer will be necessary. Seaweed fertilizers are usually recommended when doing a soilless germination. After an additional week's growth the wheat grass can be harvested. Trays should be cleaned and sterilized prior to reuse.<br /><br />Uses<br />You can juice the wheat grass sprouts to make a highly nutritious beverage, use the sprouts on sandwiches for a satisfying crunch, or add them to baked goods for a nutritious edge.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-59552673627494381902010-04-12T18:50:00.000-07:002010-04-12T20:33:23.668-07:00Lupine - Russell Strain Mix<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBFu1U7_HYWS7aN8HcwnIDhAh4GzDK2VlAk6ftI20UkHyjVwv9R0rocZFcU9TYBZBpevSjrWKVB3fZsB3Xs5NGVfnlIELVoMv8H7PY89hA0Li5ImNJzqYqVrEUlZpSgP2jsANFuIdG2rc/s1600/Lupine+Russell_8.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 274px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBFu1U7_HYWS7aN8HcwnIDhAh4GzDK2VlAk6ftI20UkHyjVwv9R0rocZFcU9TYBZBpevSjrWKVB3fZsB3Xs5NGVfnlIELVoMv8H7PY89hA0Li5ImNJzqYqVrEUlZpSgP2jsANFuIdG2rc/s320/Lupine+Russell_8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459459306399403538" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBw7_wreUZ63ubZccBFh1yK8Ce7-4zScPJQzMcC2PLN4tdbWvWFvrp74YGvg9PBFyr6OvLrJyobavESBaQi8fDIsX3LmUDVO8YOHfmu8q3_RDU4-n_sk1SsmAvKwKHM-hHPntW7nEeWMA/s1600/Lupine+Russell_7.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwX2_vs66XXuqVPUvFzMkpfRPzKhWsdfdAvPhLMxH7SDxdBnBVy8MZrGY7F-MxvBgfFX7bTAS1TGQjR74XBWbVmAUQBYchVqswdUfAQ6eVdEXKwZA93MP228XGfYh4JqoVrB5fFP51oDc/s320/Lupine+Russell_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459452811717905138" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm2RByUDSafnKLv2645G-B-l1nVVHvimyCWm5Q5EDYFXgidRNc0n7aQ7Bz73j9UZz9Tn8rx_m0exeCQHXhLzwL_VPFTuW9a4rynbXipjT9yYvoYG6GdgRApaIrLlntJ-FblVIjs14mKsg/s1600/Lupine+Russell_2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm2RByUDSafnKLv2645G-B-l1nVVHvimyCWm5Q5EDYFXgidRNc0n7aQ7Bz73j9UZz9Tn8rx_m0exeCQHXhLzwL_VPFTuW9a4rynbXipjT9yYvoYG6GdgRApaIrLlntJ-FblVIjs14mKsg/s320/Lupine+Russell_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459452796439856786" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAA8lGjDPISkWu7B4ah-S7kfY_iefdVjKuuTl4gknWjwL8Hlxml8R7aWlBzjJmxxL8w0o_1NjitEDH-VBFfF2V2lLTK1-Ozm_YkpdCfRywB6IjResubOqSfd7sxg2OERkQfVQ-IorCnhg/s1600/Lupine+Russell_1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAA8lGjDPISkWu7B4ah-S7kfY_iefdVjKuuTl4gknWjwL8Hlxml8R7aWlBzjJmxxL8w0o_1NjitEDH-VBFfF2V2lLTK1-Ozm_YkpdCfRywB6IjResubOqSfd7sxg2OERkQfVQ-IorCnhg/s320/Lupine+Russell_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459452787858546866" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical Name: Lupinus polyphyllus<br />Other name:<br /><br />Description<br />One of the most decorative plants, thanks to it's tall stalks bearing large flowers in a number of brilliant colors. Very hardy, long-lived and low maintenance. The popular Russell Lupine produces a mixture of pastel shades including rose, lavender and blue flowers and blooms from April through July.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Lupines do not require a lot of moisture and grow well in both full sun and partial shade conditions. For best results, seeds should be soaked in cold water overnight and planted in the early autumn. Keep soil moderately moist during germination, do not overwater. Cover with 1/8 inch of soil, use light, sandy or gravelly, well-drained soil. It germinate in temperature 55-70F. Days to germination in 15-70 days. Direct sowing is recommended as Lupines do not transplant well.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-63495239590138011132010-04-11T20:38:00.000-07:002010-04-11T23:39:55.697-07:00Chinese Forget Me Not<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrpxfHCbUaBtASMaO3V0Lhu8rw6FtthHAJo5uN7T-Iss_KH7Qw8v7Wyt_8KrglbjX2SW1vLtJL5wWPkAuekJZ63Fd4Mcwpk_MTNT271Pti_kHnId6ZDe2X9FJP4TLMxRWA1N12xPuNl68/s1600/Forget-me-not_3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrpxfHCbUaBtASMaO3V0Lhu8rw6FtthHAJo5uN7T-Iss_KH7Qw8v7Wyt_8KrglbjX2SW1vLtJL5wWPkAuekJZ63Fd4Mcwpk_MTNT271Pti_kHnId6ZDe2X9FJP4TLMxRWA1N12xPuNl68/s320/Forget-me-not_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459135324871631250" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7YvWec0IAik0G_AMpA3yulN7zT7IsHX2t-KEnhBIJJ_mIF6GjdbhYMKUnWluF-fArQDRfcndLs_Q8PGiXmnknmgBqNtaWuyab6WSifMpQuNd2gc3bKBDFYhVjLxi6zHpdfFLiMyPwGKk/s1600/Forget-me-not_2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7YvWec0IAik0G_AMpA3yulN7zT7IsHX2t-KEnhBIJJ_mIF6GjdbhYMKUnWluF-fArQDRfcndLs_Q8PGiXmnknmgBqNtaWuyab6WSifMpQuNd2gc3bKBDFYhVjLxi6zHpdfFLiMyPwGKk/s320/Forget-me-not_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459135316941544498" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisRThese53R5hn3i34GpxJM3jDcy9KHkU3E9h6Hp4g327jNU3rR9bq3mXNczNxgHm6VGdMyuaOFqkgJNpOuoS-Ha0cwLd3WuCNPh-EgN7sepHGSfPPXcyH6TegZMWIEbsMlBm3r5pKLiw/s1600/forget-me-not_1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisRThese53R5hn3i34GpxJM3jDcy9KHkU3E9h6Hp4g327jNU3rR9bq3mXNczNxgHm6VGdMyuaOFqkgJNpOuoS-Ha0cwLd3WuCNPh-EgN7sepHGSfPPXcyH6TegZMWIEbsMlBm3r5pKLiw/s320/forget-me-not_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459135312296129042" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLiJDXxBNbsQbF0GQ9vkAZ7cGQiTCnNCXGO4_CHEEE8jDiPFHjdKlDC7c7GYVl2kaQaPzAJKVpxVDyGf9rZxvjIHrsyDd-YevZFUF6_jo7fVjRAEs7akYU02XXkh7cVi-pkN4-5scK56I/s1600/Forget-me-not_.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLiJDXxBNbsQbF0GQ9vkAZ7cGQiTCnNCXGO4_CHEEE8jDiPFHjdKlDC7c7GYVl2kaQaPzAJKVpxVDyGf9rZxvjIHrsyDd-YevZFUF6_jo7fVjRAEs7akYU02XXkh7cVi-pkN4-5scK56I/s320/Forget-me-not_.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459135304987046258" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Cynoglossum amabile<br />Other name:<br /><br />Description<br />Chinese Forget Me Not is native to Europe. Forget-me-not is the state flower of the American state of Alaska. Forget-me-not can be annual or perennial plant, produces clusters of medium blue flowers and blooms from early spring through summer. Forget me nots are versatile, being small enough to be planted where larger plants would not fit. They do not require much maintenance. Just plant, feed once in a while and enjoy.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Forget me nots are grown from seed. They can be sown in the spring directly into the garden after all danger of a frost has past. Mix organic compost into the soil. Cover them lightly with 1/8 inch of soil. Put the seeds 4 to 5 inches apart. Germination temperature is 65-75F and it takes about 2 to 4 weeks to germinate. When the seedlings start to grow, thin them out to 4 to 5 inches apart. They can be started indoors about 3 weeks before the usual time of the last frost. They prefer shady areas, but they can do well in the sun. Hardiness zone is zone 3 to zone 9.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-89362945712804773182010-04-09T00:21:00.000-07:002010-04-09T01:30:27.575-07:00China Aster Crego Mixed<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitQDF4XDTVSKUUi76OiQLr7027Jk5FJ4ERaYd7JMIfNZB6tzODYwqgzl56R_tB2D-PxxSAsShGdatVqq38qvUJ0W647y64stCQL7SCFQLgYOZhfFXrmBVATXYHeDp3eQZkMirzAVtkhm0/s1600/Aster+Crego+Mixed4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 216px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitQDF4XDTVSKUUi76OiQLr7027Jk5FJ4ERaYd7JMIfNZB6tzODYwqgzl56R_tB2D-PxxSAsShGdatVqq38qvUJ0W647y64stCQL7SCFQLgYOZhfFXrmBVATXYHeDp3eQZkMirzAVtkhm0/s320/Aster+Crego+Mixed4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458051538506860338" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2lKDUWxhfQXZKOAoICCEUkUbiJHpDFX-tGLM0QsdzvWyM4pA3CHKPzvNiKyzgw_y86vnWGnKaqP8rKTnzF3DmU9Z5seZZU8z1Hfe01iXOTTKtTdAeq47ny4ccINBk4TJ3swk-FY5Qj9s/s1600/Aster+Crego+Mixed3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 216px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2lKDUWxhfQXZKOAoICCEUkUbiJHpDFX-tGLM0QsdzvWyM4pA3CHKPzvNiKyzgw_y86vnWGnKaqP8rKTnzF3DmU9Z5seZZU8z1Hfe01iXOTTKtTdAeq47ny4ccINBk4TJ3swk-FY5Qj9s/s320/Aster+Crego+Mixed3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458051528809869346" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KaUcQtAOR4wC1dz6MArr8m2Ld4w80g-m8l0wgZ7sXDn5yQNvU2k0sXPTBcPBsjJzZrEtCi8871buE1GW2g24fZ29tmx26qnr_K3dFN7_sGA4AYTayhNl9JOBTfONxDveKSoSw-d5ZTQ/s1600/Aster+Crego+Mixed2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KaUcQtAOR4wC1dz6MArr8m2Ld4w80g-m8l0wgZ7sXDn5yQNvU2k0sXPTBcPBsjJzZrEtCi8871buE1GW2g24fZ29tmx26qnr_K3dFN7_sGA4AYTayhNl9JOBTfONxDveKSoSw-d5ZTQ/s320/Aster+Crego+Mixed2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458051519080113266" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-4suhV5i5IXmXPCKPOX8BcU4AedLThdNNRLYQQ9QWLnyfaaCdhsg3ipGs8iTVDYksHxT67CqI6VSPUVY9W9cWxRRMuhzVV3RMKXYCYGnjb2ZSPhZrRx2GogzJ6gxnnL0V7a3GDRZ3eVo/s1600/Aster+Crego+Mixed1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-4suhV5i5IXmXPCKPOX8BcU4AedLThdNNRLYQQ9QWLnyfaaCdhsg3ipGs8iTVDYksHxT67CqI6VSPUVY9W9cWxRRMuhzVV3RMKXYCYGnjb2ZSPhZrRx2GogzJ6gxnnL0V7a3GDRZ3eVo/s320/Aster+Crego+Mixed1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458051513774795186" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczaSYgTPBxWwS5RtcaJ9EhI9IdX9iYvxItXRw7MdHxoiTuta7aRt3zN71iUZbu58tr0kM-4iPnqX32hIP9m25accw3Lk_cBLKeYx8nFTpn_E5cNzsHz5yWQtk2RHfVsAN4puPhLGVHrI/s1600/Aster+Crego+Mixed.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgczaSYgTPBxWwS5RtcaJ9EhI9IdX9iYvxItXRw7MdHxoiTuta7aRt3zN71iUZbu58tr0kM-4iPnqX32hIP9m25accw3Lk_cBLKeYx8nFTpn_E5cNzsHz5yWQtk2RHfVsAN4puPhLGVHrI/s320/Aster+Crego+Mixed.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458051506375688514" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis<br />Other name:<br /><br />Description<br />China Aster are long-stemmed daily-like flowers head about 4-6 inches diameter. The Crego Mix variety contains flowers of white, pink, red and blue. China Asters are good as cut flowers in bouquets, beds, borders or pots because of their longevity.<br /><br />How to grow<br /><br />Temperature germination : 70F<br />Days to germination: 10 days<br />Bloom time: Mid summer - early fall<br />Light: Full sun<br />Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, consistently moist soil with a Ph of 5.1-7.5.<br /><br />Sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost or direct sow into garden after last frost.Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/16". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy. Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.<br /><br />Plant established plants 9" -12" apart. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Water regularly - don't over water. Dead head to keep plants neat and prevent self seeding.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-49379371842277534872010-04-05T20:21:00.000-07:002010-04-07T20:22:56.863-07:00Zinnia 'Pom Pom'<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrwoeZPuVnEXCHApaCY12b0osMwtKZzRm9bBF6HKE52UzkgTLzUj2ziwBPhgkqYtwlleob_OFsptBoaFkb2hkcQU549qWzAhNYcuWZZg12FrFN-RusSRdm3Qc36UdqQ3ycBJ1l-MVSdrA/s1600/Zinnia_close_up8.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrwoeZPuVnEXCHApaCY12b0osMwtKZzRm9bBF6HKE52UzkgTLzUj2ziwBPhgkqYtwlleob_OFsptBoaFkb2hkcQU549qWzAhNYcuWZZg12FrFN-RusSRdm3Qc36UdqQ3ycBJ1l-MVSdrA/s320/Zinnia_close_up8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457601769688525490" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiwadNreyZuqAL1RaKVPQSnC_RtKXO-2n5_ZHmUgjV0FX8d8qrAZR6oEjs-4a3FHKpJsbcpOtX_EON1XGq39_orIXHsPfaTca37FcBGmk4fxxnQJ1fO_AgyJinFi3ej5OssTef4kwRK0I/s1600/Zinnia_close_up6.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7rYhp63cDXRzd82s4JXwwjqnk8JWvcTs9cBD4wFTUyHw-c0pV9Zp3Pid49Q3q5ICNiTBvAsg_BDqa-J31o6GXpHFq9tqo40RM9bvHuEAjUBmsHMZdHnofYeRGP0lGPfBTmuuHA6518bY/s320/Zinnia_close_up2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456873416831474610" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcxP_fqN1VHqXgTxEWgHCNTnd23JGOVJK_DTCcWsHUZ71nTkEVVTiBvpi3Q1zfjrmB2mvHRQGECKw9pFTTwxwA6li702soZ83vR977oOpQC5p6vu3FM2yczr3qC9GrzBp9DD8iAUIaYvg/s1600/Zinnia_close_up1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcxP_fqN1VHqXgTxEWgHCNTnd23JGOVJK_DTCcWsHUZ71nTkEVVTiBvpi3Q1zfjrmB2mvHRQGECKw9pFTTwxwA6li702soZ83vR977oOpQC5p6vu3FM2yczr3qC9GrzBp9DD8iAUIaYvg/s320/Zinnia_close_up1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456873410792924354" border="0" /></a><br />Beehive-shaped flowers in pastel and jewel-tones make this zinnia a standout in the flowerbed.<br />Like all zinnias, it's a great cut flower, too. Blooms summer to frost. Half hardy annual with 18 to 20 inches tall. A special blend of very attractive pompon Zinnias with 1.5 inch flower double, in a wide range of very cheery colors, including orange, purple, red, rose and yellow. Bushy plants produce an abundance of perky, small blossoms all summer.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Zinnias are one of the easiest flowers to grow from seeds. Days to Sprout 5 - 10. Easy to grow. Germination temperature is 70-72F. Sow on sterilized surface and cover lightly. Can be sown directly because Zinnias transplant without difficulty. For early bloom, start indoors. Or after all danger of frost, sow outdoors. Ideal for borders and massed in beds. Delightful and long lasting cut flowers for petite bouquets. Removed faded blossoms to prolong bloom.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-50871511490235173352010-03-24T23:23:00.000-07:002010-03-24T23:26:59.148-07:00F1 Hybrid White Bitter Melon<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7pfUQ2-9h1R02iDhPdYQrK1-OT8aUf05kL2XuaZVJsvMKrIeVyZItZuWqVggCK9PHONPy6lcO5G1sZueCOLcM1kS3fHzikz3OAwY-I0Go10eaovz1cWD6yZJGSOSDFsL_m_HRajMGROU/s1600/White+Bitter+Gourd3.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7pfUQ2-9h1R02iDhPdYQrK1-OT8aUf05kL2XuaZVJsvMKrIeVyZItZuWqVggCK9PHONPy6lcO5G1sZueCOLcM1kS3fHzikz3OAwY-I0Go10eaovz1cWD6yZJGSOSDFsL_m_HRajMGROU/s320/White+Bitter+Gourd3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452454035619115698" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIol8tyNz1DLjYntF_wapq062nH-LEY6Jumgbc6cyQAtXKq0oHeYz_Dqhr9cwXzbGfzsMajBaiq4uT2qD5OagUC5d2cgkSurlqRY-KER4OOIYIq42pdeTA8qpNvxbqlJuh-tEonSzGJZI/s1600/White+Bitter+Gourd2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIol8tyNz1DLjYntF_wapq062nH-LEY6Jumgbc6cyQAtXKq0oHeYz_Dqhr9cwXzbGfzsMajBaiq4uT2qD5OagUC5d2cgkSurlqRY-KER4OOIYIq42pdeTA8qpNvxbqlJuh-tEonSzGJZI/s320/White+Bitter+Gourd2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452454023117185634" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq2YrvqTbXWzqcvSo_qfr6qOwpyFTxvD2hXaOjkgpFybZjVjlFhFajygeXc-Wp653zKN2aCgocYf5YpPztlK-Z57C1rT9akOvGs5wI40qWH_niamIwVQKjGbZPeZ7nqFglGh8CIS-6wBc/s1600/White+Bitter+Gourd1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq2YrvqTbXWzqcvSo_qfr6qOwpyFTxvD2hXaOjkgpFybZjVjlFhFajygeXc-Wp653zKN2aCgocYf5YpPztlK-Z57C1rT9akOvGs5wI40qWH_niamIwVQKjGbZPeZ7nqFglGh8CIS-6wBc/s320/White+Bitter+Gourd1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452454012104858866" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaJIAbjnV57uEQSCDh81kMZvUkdU6RTHA7l6em6lUPCWjkyT3xubgIJt4vCkecM_-IheMfJcbfU0e3LDpd_EkFSB3g4K8biPmdXbbgIlelp_MR1YviJbJyeLltZJmVNSdpTim99DSQsSo/s1600/White+Bitter+Gourd.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaJIAbjnV57uEQSCDh81kMZvUkdU6RTHA7l6em6lUPCWjkyT3xubgIJt4vCkecM_-IheMfJcbfU0e3LDpd_EkFSB3g4K8biPmdXbbgIlelp_MR1YviJbJyeLltZJmVNSdpTim99DSQsSo/s320/White+Bitter+Gourd.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452454009690042818" border="0" /></a><br />Plant Description<br />The scientific name for bitter melon is Momordica charantia. Climbing plant resembles a cucumber vine, with a sprawling growth habit, curly tendrils, and bright yellow flowers. The fruit is white color and can grow up to 20-25 cm long. It is less bitter than normal green bitter gourd.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Bitter gourd is a fast-growing fruiting vine that grows well in hot, humid climates with daytime temperatures of 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It prefers well drain soil and full sunlight location. Soak the seeds in water for 24 hours prior to planting. Sow two to three seeds together at a depth of 1/2-inch deep. Water the planting area immediately after sowing. Bitter gourd seeds will germinate in two to three days. Manually pollinate the plants if insects are not available in the area. Flowers will appear on the plant five to six weeks after planting. Touch the male flowers to the female flowers to transfer pollen. A successful pollination will result in large portion of the flower growing into a fruit.<br /><br />Tips: The fruits are often protected and covered using paper sleeves, by closing the top end but keeping the bottom end open, to block the sunlight exposure and to minimize skin scratch during the fruit growth, to obtain beautiful fruits.<br /><br />Maturity & Harvest<br />Days to maturity is 80-90 days.<br /><br />Nutrition Info<br />Rich in Beta Carotene, Calcium, Potassium, Vitamins A, C, B1 to B3, Phosphorus and good dietary fiber<br /><br />Health benefit and Uses<br />Lowering blood sugar levels, effective herbal remedy against diabetes.<br /><br />Cooking info<br />Stir fried with egg, broiled with soup, Stew with chicken meat or stuffed with meat.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-32696063044055619102010-03-22T23:40:00.000-07:002010-03-23T01:21:18.333-07:00Melastoma malabathricum<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW85QzEnFlZBISFWknO_FEgLAneZuvV0cyZaICm6rQ4lCCddXHMW1zlZ5NQ3jz5nKUZN4GYI5r4E-uCIt0At5j8pcjDGPYqY7a62O4DUOed83iDpcBuvfeQFBP1jkzHZ2IRBh6XsH1Gz4/s1600-h/Melastoma+malabathricum4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW85QzEnFlZBISFWknO_FEgLAneZuvV0cyZaICm6rQ4lCCddXHMW1zlZ5NQ3jz5nKUZN4GYI5r4E-uCIt0At5j8pcjDGPYqY7a62O4DUOed83iDpcBuvfeQFBP1jkzHZ2IRBh6XsH1Gz4/s320/Melastoma+malabathricum4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451741250243390770" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUFTX0PU_KMU6EYgqcIGdwwDZTtwkHnaySIMuZD8ugdXYiPC4n9Wp9HPytMSHqBbnk2n2TpuTM7cwAgsXOdmMX9Usv-WyYVZXJ21uSESpvYgGNl8dQ4nXfLy7s593diarDJgSWEm9A_8I/s1600-h/Melastoma+malabathricum3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUFTX0PU_KMU6EYgqcIGdwwDZTtwkHnaySIMuZD8ugdXYiPC4n9Wp9HPytMSHqBbnk2n2TpuTM7cwAgsXOdmMX9Usv-WyYVZXJ21uSESpvYgGNl8dQ4nXfLy7s593diarDJgSWEm9A_8I/s320/Melastoma+malabathricum3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451741246050615906" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCaXsyKs-2sO8un54AkqsG9V70mSzw8cKRUcG4H9DrZIShPlnPdTwAhw5RrAPNAJqBOq9VYSNGbFNAN_422WJupAYiNG56qKcwq_2ImC9bXUFfe6pmkpyOl80-6XRwkllMxQ51gUrrXwA/s1600-h/Melastoma+malabathricum2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 218px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCaXsyKs-2sO8un54AkqsG9V70mSzw8cKRUcG4H9DrZIShPlnPdTwAhw5RrAPNAJqBOq9VYSNGbFNAN_422WJupAYiNG56qKcwq_2ImC9bXUFfe6pmkpyOl80-6XRwkllMxQ51gUrrXwA/s320/Melastoma+malabathricum2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451737920020136386" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb9eMpOl9UvnkcGWqtefhozMTcBRQygtvPDzogOFAPHEqbNRLKhV69595VNHbO0abVLNhTWcTyvSszGdcA9EYA9uKv01CGtAXEB0jNH8FhTMB4irBa8t8jgByCmeM7TTdJwp-bqFUfw6g/s1600-h/Melastoma+malabathricum1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 238px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb9eMpOl9UvnkcGWqtefhozMTcBRQygtvPDzogOFAPHEqbNRLKhV69595VNHbO0abVLNhTWcTyvSszGdcA9EYA9uKv01CGtAXEB0jNH8FhTMB4irBa8t8jgByCmeM7TTdJwp-bqFUfw6g/s320/Melastoma+malabathricum1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451737913225655442" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf_ype_nCfCvQ_EMIEzJ2MTed9QvglOvwx4QN46LDy0FaWrQ6YyDJXXqHwF0WcRtPYyT8M8eZTTzerw1uvWTAU_PXupRW7GKcfV0Ursk1gPyEhBX2o9WRXTNYHf01vhDqlBQ8KXQssBSU/s1600-h/Melastoma+malabathricum.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf_ype_nCfCvQ_EMIEzJ2MTed9QvglOvwx4QN46LDy0FaWrQ6YyDJXXqHwF0WcRtPYyT8M8eZTTzerw1uvWTAU_PXupRW7GKcfV0Ursk1gPyEhBX2o9WRXTNYHf01vhDqlBQ8KXQssBSU/s320/Melastoma+malabathricum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451737901622052498" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical Name<br /><br />This showy bush rapidly colonises wastelands as their seeds are dispersed by birds. As such, the Straits Rhododendron is often considered a weed. The beautiful flowers last only one day, opening after sunrise, closing the same day, with the petals falling off on the a few days later. The flower has two different kinds of stamens.<br /><br />The seeds are tasteless and can be eaten, but stains the tongue black. In fact, the word melastoma is Greek for "black mouth".<br /><br />How to grow:<br />This flowering shrub is not fussy about soil type and M. malabathricum can also be grown in areas with clayey soil but it definitely does better in soil that is fertile and friable. It should be noted that its roots should be consistently moist and plants should not be allowed to dry out between watering. It is a suitable candidate as a marginal plant for bogs and water gardens.<br /><br />Uses:<br />The young leaves are eaten raw or cooked and taste sour. The pulp around the seeds can also be eaten (Indonesia). The seeds are used to produce a black dye, the roots, a pink dye. In some places, the leaves are fed to silkworms. Leaves are used to treat diarrhoea and dysentery (Malaysia, Indonesia); wash for ulcers, to prevent scarring from smallpox; and to treat piles.<span style="font-family:Times New Roman, Times, serif;font-size:100%;"><br /><br /><br /></span>Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-88931221978759205682010-03-21T20:33:00.000-07:002010-03-21T22:59:05.183-07:00Monkey Pod / Rain Tree / Samanea saman<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-uPllH2ivbmAirxQrlaDpe2mo6pEJwUFAdL-LlWLq6_nQLGpfTTLJL46suTPhM8Ru9GRv41R7eE-kjgV1NQbr_4LxsPiuhxkeLaLbD43Mqvb_Z_AZWGmlBb_7xDGZo_bZltnWMzPVTA/s1600-h/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%294.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj-uPllH2ivbmAirxQrlaDpe2mo6pEJwUFAdL-LlWLq6_nQLGpfTTLJL46suTPhM8Ru9GRv41R7eE-kjgV1NQbr_4LxsPiuhxkeLaLbD43Mqvb_Z_AZWGmlBb_7xDGZo_bZltnWMzPVTA/s320/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%294.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451327460496052882" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzdKlBImwnYRMQGYd6Fb58FAmUOlG76Uqv05CgBDXwJ2LR5IV3dTlXChhMJWTVk0lKt-V0r_8IZRdIeO0klQJYlN_dc1t9qa1dpyhJCGwLOBjlY3jRzjksTG6dI9PUUQ3t71gHMdlhIDA/s1600-h/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%293.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzdKlBImwnYRMQGYd6Fb58FAmUOlG76Uqv05CgBDXwJ2LR5IV3dTlXChhMJWTVk0lKt-V0r_8IZRdIeO0klQJYlN_dc1t9qa1dpyhJCGwLOBjlY3jRzjksTG6dI9PUUQ3t71gHMdlhIDA/s320/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%293.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451327450610429858" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKQIejOvVyBQHvCBfxDxlUYZmNCMaeJ6DmM7VupsUceDw-Z5c3CuNJLJ4C0NwfyZtxWwTIo-0e3KaBOwH7P18f4efvCtFX2A-aZMYXLt6n16TQW_O7Nbs4ULbrI-LuZwdMOJszccxt050/s1600-h/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%292.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKQIejOvVyBQHvCBfxDxlUYZmNCMaeJ6DmM7VupsUceDw-Z5c3CuNJLJ4C0NwfyZtxWwTIo-0e3KaBOwH7P18f4efvCtFX2A-aZMYXLt6n16TQW_O7Nbs4ULbrI-LuZwdMOJszccxt050/s320/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%292.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451327449909493618" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnr3ZLvnbka5tzzn3PZvYgiI8Q1mfPdBt7b4FAO0xGVCF84O6lYLiTANyfe8uSm61vn1uEObXNA6dILvL9L9lqsZZ1LN1Mt0VSTu3L6iW1oQMx9v5T5Odz3H6VEE4izTuKMr0FWl_1ZY/s1600-h/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%291.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnr3ZLvnbka5tzzn3PZvYgiI8Q1mfPdBt7b4FAO0xGVCF84O6lYLiTANyfe8uSm61vn1uEObXNA6dILvL9L9lqsZZ1LN1Mt0VSTu3L6iW1oQMx9v5T5Odz3H6VEE4izTuKMr0FWl_1ZY/s320/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%291.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451327443113408002" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2dk0KkzrHIy270DLhsWOKDeuZHhfpR9sUbNtmONeLrODGgvdScqi2IkyduM8V5KXaMXklme81dWdXWKMB6s4DhvFeJjmjzhpQ9RYSEx9-8Tpu1-TRrpNd8Y_l1jJWp-SOyCde9yREeQo/s1600-h/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%29.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2dk0KkzrHIy270DLhsWOKDeuZHhfpR9sUbNtmONeLrODGgvdScqi2IkyduM8V5KXaMXklme81dWdXWKMB6s4DhvFeJjmjzhpQ9RYSEx9-8Tpu1-TRrpNd8Y_l1jJWp-SOyCde9yREeQo/s320/Samanea+saman+%28monkey+pod+rain+tree%29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451327433973075730" border="0" /></a><br />botanical name: <span class="style6"><span class="style5">Samanea saman</span></span><br />Other name: Rain Tree, Saman, French Tamarind, Ohai Tree, Mimosa.<br /><br />Description<br />The money pod tree is originated in Central and South America, but is now common throughout the tropics as a shade tree and are so beautiful. Monkey Pod tree produces a large, dome-shaped canopy and can grow to 50-80 feet tall with a trunk 5 feet in diameter. It has low spreading branches with evergreen oval leaflets. The leaflets are light sensitive and fold together on the approach of rain, or on cloudy days. The tree produces thousands of "powder puff" type flowers that have long, bicolor pink and white stamens that are grouped in dense heads, with multiple flowers per head.<br /><br />How to grow<br />This tree is easy to grow; it does best in full sun or very light shade, planted in rich well-drained soil, acidic to slightly alkaline like its natural environments. This is an excellent container plant for the cooler climates and for the tropical regions a beautiful landscape plant. Monkey Pod will not tolerate shade, frost, or low temperatures. Zones 10-11, Minimum Temp 35 F degrees<br /><br />Uses:<br />Great wood for carving. The fruits are woody pods which contain several seeds and a pulp that is supposedly sugar sweet and edible.<br /><br />How to sprout the Monkey Pod Tree seeds:<br /><br />Step 1<br />Clean the seed well of all fruit by scrubbing it lightly under lukewarm running water. Make sure that you remove all of the pulp.<br /><br />Step 2<br />Fill a small bowl with hot water, at least 175 degrees F. Botanists with the Bishop Museum suggest using water volume five times the seed volume.<br /><br />Step 3<br />Place the seed in the bowl of hot water, allow to sit for two minutes, stir, then remove them and place them in a bowl of lukewarm water, 86 to 104 degrees F, for 24 hours.<br /><br />Step 4<br />Combine three parts potting soil, one part sand and one part compost. Fill the planting pot with the mixture and water it well, allowing the excess water to drain from the bottom of the pot.<br /><br />Step 5<br />Plant the monkey pod seed 1/2 inch into the soil, cover lightly and place the pot in a warm area, such as on top of the refrigerator. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Germination should occur within 10 days.<br /><br />Step 6<br />Allow your seedling to grow to a height of 8 inches prior to planting it outdoors. This may take from three to five months.<br /><br />Step 7<br />Plant the seedling in a location that receives sun all day. The monkey pod seedling will die in the shade. Pull any weeds around the seedling as soon as they appear, so that the seedling doesn't have to compete for sunlight and moisture.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-6041970843017701242010-01-27T22:42:00.000-08:002010-01-28T21:22:24.165-08:00Georgia Collard Green<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX65QB3HzcP1Jfhd_oajFpF_Ex7cJHWWDYyDdDk9MJsdETmxsTKe5Y_2c9zf1UhbdjDV6g7XvY14eSmHKBsZOTzO_qb8Bz-iB3-grbUyQiNTvuR_yanvkvzcsDCbEFucO-C0U8rK0kvbk/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX65QB3HzcP1Jfhd_oajFpF_Ex7cJHWWDYyDdDk9MJsdETmxsTKe5Y_2c9zf1UhbdjDV6g7XvY14eSmHKBsZOTzO_qb8Bz-iB3-grbUyQiNTvuR_yanvkvzcsDCbEFucO-C0U8rK0kvbk/s320/Collards+Georgia5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027817708194450" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjlJsMPSD7FJ1nqHyAJLUABxB-HOmHVpNsyUOCSV_FYNG6OeXRbbEKt_qL9icqVRo0TAvrRlhroMeRKSZ8f9aDYVMSfNRAucOPiMAYc6xt7aOnRbBEqF7AWyt48ciw6ofOPsGK8C0z-jo/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjlJsMPSD7FJ1nqHyAJLUABxB-HOmHVpNsyUOCSV_FYNG6OeXRbbEKt_qL9icqVRo0TAvrRlhroMeRKSZ8f9aDYVMSfNRAucOPiMAYc6xt7aOnRbBEqF7AWyt48ciw6ofOPsGK8C0z-jo/s320/Collards+Georgia4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027571117288114" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg22EB8AGRrKZMLXycJv3tymDMt_5l-fIX6-mNeaKxgyVIDu38eFe11uFArCB-gtCpmNVy3hCCwmay5-VwwlMRtCCXBvKkWNMaUEcVp1gRUIa2sPkbavVbYTYWrF33ZPd9SovDKB9VuG80/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg22EB8AGRrKZMLXycJv3tymDMt_5l-fIX6-mNeaKxgyVIDu38eFe11uFArCB-gtCpmNVy3hCCwmay5-VwwlMRtCCXBvKkWNMaUEcVp1gRUIa2sPkbavVbYTYWrF33ZPd9SovDKB9VuG80/s320/Collards+Georgia3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027561131953762" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSL5Axyf8Hs1Fx5I4AWmtHU6oeUt1Q3QRAqD9y8UIGHFVXM2gtNgZ4ttlyZbR5pXdYc-pqbIl6nrFsI0xpm_tM6mBeAqZN0G1beQmQWHgYtMDbKT2nobL5tUJ-fZu-8HhS8Uu4-8vwur0/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 224px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSL5Axyf8Hs1Fx5I4AWmtHU6oeUt1Q3QRAqD9y8UIGHFVXM2gtNgZ4ttlyZbR5pXdYc-pqbIl6nrFsI0xpm_tM6mBeAqZN0G1beQmQWHgYtMDbKT2nobL5tUJ-fZu-8HhS8Uu4-8vwur0/s320/Collards+Georgia2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027554631394610" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnm24sysMYeAexuFW0WzQuDboKdW3PWPUnMys1RFEjd61agG0rliPb8TN4keW9VmjtDF48L7gepCj3Qhs01QuvWabCmaze3A9OHG5XAutGD2-2IfqiLSGD8vMOfBVXJ4rgvgPP47xafw/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGnm24sysMYeAexuFW0WzQuDboKdW3PWPUnMys1RFEjd61agG0rliPb8TN4keW9VmjtDF48L7gepCj3Qhs01QuvWabCmaze3A9OHG5XAutGD2-2IfqiLSGD8vMOfBVXJ4rgvgPP47xafw/s320/Collards+Georgia1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027548314547810" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJmXNLxsB74AVMxFpWume7veHuvFeUtOc7OvW8VNwBFJWwoLH6t9BKcbwrN4D4hCFSJXXrfvFwdTTAbb9eBi8Lnm9kvG_INCWSriAX2eTonvhP0WodfjBi-Sg8NfhQLmr_NK-ho6GQ36U/s1600-h/Collards+Georgia.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJmXNLxsB74AVMxFpWume7veHuvFeUtOc7OvW8VNwBFJWwoLH6t9BKcbwrN4D4hCFSJXXrfvFwdTTAbb9eBi8Lnm9kvG_INCWSriAX2eTonvhP0WodfjBi-Sg8NfhQLmr_NK-ho6GQ36U/s320/Collards+Georgia.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432027541360825906" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea Georgia<br /><br />Description<br />The 'Georgia' Collard Plant is a traditional Southern variety. Non heading, rapid growth rate. Plants get 24 - 36" tall spreading out with large wavy blue-green leaves. A favorite southern dish to quick-cook like spinach.<br />Georgia is both heat and cold tolerant and is also slow to bolt, so it is suited for just about any climate. A light frost will actually improve its flavor. It does well in poor soil.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Collard seeds sprout in soil temperature of 45 degrees F. Transplants are usually planted in the spring. This can add 4 to 5 weeks to the growing season. Plant Georgia Collards seeds or collards transplants as soon as the soil reaches 45 degrees F. Space plants 1½ - 2 feet apart.<br /><br />Plant Georgia Collards seeds directly in the garden by making a shallow ½ inch furrow and scattering the seeds. Remember you will be thinning plants at least 1½ feet apart. Cover seeds about ¼" deep or so and lightly water. Keep moist until germination which usually takes 6 - 12 days. Cooler weather slows germination time. 75 Days to maturity.<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />Collards are fibrous, tough, mild-flavored greens that require long cooking. Hiding under the green chlorophyll pigment is an excellent source of beta carotene and some vitamin C and calcium.<br /><br />Health benefit<br />the antioxidants and phytochemicals in collards may help to reduce the risk of some forms of cancer and heart diseaseSeed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-15879896807393612832010-01-26T18:30:00.001-08:002010-01-27T17:48:33.095-08:00Cabbage Mammoth Red Rock<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj29PsoF0MQmHnAm_tjVlNvAuLlnMFIc4XllbaJDR6tOXgT6Z1WBA_oqN56P6J1gFmA6u0QDvsx3aEpl8mOkiHUp2pNArU9rdQX-IcuW3fUXzeewnDNIQr15vxeD3FXOBv4npk-FL76aU0/s1600-h/cabbage+Mammoth+Red+Rock.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj29PsoF0MQmHnAm_tjVlNvAuLlnMFIc4XllbaJDR6tOXgT6Z1WBA_oqN56P6J1gFmA6u0QDvsx3aEpl8mOkiHUp2pNArU9rdQX-IcuW3fUXzeewnDNIQr15vxeD3FXOBv4npk-FL76aU0/s320/cabbage+Mammoth+Red+Rock.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431588488225911906" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibFnn-K_-AHrHagP-zcnysAdPEZtcwhxRVDDYc65p05lk2-QSdsmbGxTviZ8EpI9WaGpwNi1TNJzfW3jVwDK64EuxjpMI91iCg8Co4R-7DgfV-AhI9-mp5HlGxaS5Vj-Xlh95XRADuo10/s1600-h/cabbage+Mammoth+Red+Rock3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 253px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibFnn-K_-AHrHagP-zcnysAdPEZtcwhxRVDDYc65p05lk2-QSdsmbGxTviZ8EpI9WaGpwNi1TNJzfW3jVwDK64EuxjpMI91iCg8Co4R-7DgfV-AhI9-mp5HlGxaS5Vj-Xlh95XRADuo10/s320/cabbage+Mammoth+Red+Rock3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431588477438225250" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea 'Mammoth Red Rock'<br /><br />Description<br />Heirloom from 1889 that have solid round flattened purple-red 8-10 in. diameter, large 6-8 lbs heads. 'Mammoth Red Rock' forms volleyball-sized heads with leathery, blue-green, purple-tinged "wrapper" leaves and relatively thin, burgundy red, tightly packed inner leaves. Flavor is robust and slightly peppery. Vigor and flavor decline with heat. Although cool weather enhances flavor, plants may flower (or "bolt") following extended chilly spells. Cabbage heads may split if not harvested promptly. This cabbage can be grown as a winter vegetable in areas such as the Southeast United States and western California. Excellent keeper with hard and tightly wrapped leaves, large-framed medium core that is great for pickling, boiling and general use. Excellent quality cabbage.<br /><br />How to grow<br />For early crop, start red cabbage seed indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. For late crops sow red cabbage seed in rows, directly outdoors May thru July. Cover seed with 1/8 inch of fine soil, well pressed down. Keep soil moist until red cabbage seeds start to grow. Seed germinates in 7 to 14 days depending on soil temperature and weather conditions. When red cabbage plants are 3 to 4 inches tall, thin or transplant 2 feet apart, in rows 2-1/2 feet apart.<br /><br />Maturity<br />110 days. Harvest Red Rock when cabbage head is firm by cutting just under the head.<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />Red cabbage contains Calcium, Iron and Vitamins A, B, and Vitamin C.<br /><br />Health benefit<br />Red Cabbage has more phytonutrients than the green cabbage. The vitamin C content of red cabbage is 6-8 times higher than that of the green cabbage. Red cabbage contain anthocyanin (red pigment/color) is an antioxidant that can help protect brain cells, thus can help prevent Alzheimer's disease.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-40643706505161076642010-01-25T18:57:00.000-08:002010-01-26T16:59:44.068-08:00Brocoli Waltham 39<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz2Hx9eOdKRQipWtt6VJ4umF6bz1ehC9q_WVvCEGSOXphZolxAxeEUnKnADyod5qIeBB1E8aCdq8LlWtUW0RhCqoyGBcCiX-6WzuRRnNm1iIaNlevuyCbh5na1c19HklSu2Yhu8gWFSls/s1600-h/Broccoli+Waltham+29copy.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 292px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz2Hx9eOdKRQipWtt6VJ4umF6bz1ehC9q_WVvCEGSOXphZolxAxeEUnKnADyod5qIeBB1E8aCdq8LlWtUW0RhCqoyGBcCiX-6WzuRRnNm1iIaNlevuyCbh5na1c19HklSu2Yhu8gWFSls/s320/Broccoli+Waltham+29copy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431217837576202178" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiml5lchqGcFItT8MFGdgmmR4gaTeFVss8mM5d3Xkgq-S4jsu24CSw2PVLprCS0S48gF95eCUmIxk77kkWUwyVHz1UBfhr30qsb83K1uXVdi80I1qRLYvSP7cjCgPrAdPF-qSbq0not498/s1600-h/Broccoli+Waltham+29d.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiml5lchqGcFItT8MFGdgmmR4gaTeFVss8mM5d3Xkgq-S4jsu24CSw2PVLprCS0S48gF95eCUmIxk77kkWUwyVHz1UBfhr30qsb83K1uXVdi80I1qRLYvSP7cjCgPrAdPF-qSbq0not498/s320/Broccoli+Waltham+29d.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430901482721574290" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinOwq6hLoRZZpKGvoFyGNbRBIrtzE2JizWOojReZlWIiLD6A_cpI3wwE1Eh9jQI_31dIBvfvVS6tzEtv5U3caIvp_FkVRs0ay_1wlglerj4P8HTzXtcVi6D5STtL6A6y2C52ys7lhRMmA/s1600-h/Broccoli+Waltham+29b.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinOwq6hLoRZZpKGvoFyGNbRBIrtzE2JizWOojReZlWIiLD6A_cpI3wwE1Eh9jQI_31dIBvfvVS6tzEtv5U3caIvp_FkVRs0ay_1wlglerj4P8HTzXtcVi6D5STtL6A6y2C52ys7lhRMmA/s320/Broccoli+Waltham+29b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430901303482710754" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNNvG1pGzSmVy9TLNs6iHnANGlNPS9Rwpn8pNXwxWPpJO71Hzcc4zpEpZM-0gI8i9LQ_1rtb71D5Rp8NPKhgHNdPFqRCLJgUujsCBiKPV9hGFkmPetz1lIJQRe-tVsc6KPVxGiS5ZToPU/s1600-h/Broccoli+Waltham+29.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNNvG1pGzSmVy9TLNs6iHnANGlNPS9Rwpn8pNXwxWPpJO71Hzcc4zpEpZM-0gI8i9LQ_1rtb71D5Rp8NPKhgHNdPFqRCLJgUujsCBiKPV9hGFkmPetz1lIJQRe-tVsc6KPVxGiS5ZToPU/s320/Broccoli+Waltham+29.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430901296189785922" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea<br /><br />Description<br />Bred by University of Massachusetts, Waltham Field Station, Waltham, MA around 1950. Waltham produces uniform high yields, good color, cold resistance, dwarf compact plant, and big side shoots. Main heads are 4-8" with steady side shoot production after main head is harvested. Leaves are borne on a low, compact plant having a distinctive slate-green color. Good cultivar for freezing.<br /><br />Days to Maturity<br />74 days. Cut main head when 3"-6" across, buts are tightly closed and don't show any yellow color. Cut head with a couple of inches of stem with a sharp knife. Smaller heads on side shoots will develop for an additional harvest.<br /><br />How to grow<br />It is the best for late summer and fall harvest. Developed to withstand the cold temperatures of fall and can survive dry spells. For a spring crop start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outside 2 weeks before the last frost. For a fall crop direct seed in the garden in later spring or early summer. Broccoli grows best in mostly sunny locations during the cooler parts of the growing season. Prefers fairly rich soil kept fairly moist. Set plants 18 inches apart. Germination: 7-14 days. Germination temperature: 55-75F.<br /><br />Tips: Give broccoli plenty of water and push it along with frequent applications of high-nitrogen plant food to develop the big, vigorous plants that are necessary to support large heads<br /><br />Nutrition info<br />Studies suggest that broccoli may be important in preventing cancer, diabetes, and lowering cholesterol. The heads and stems are packed with vitamin C and provide calcium, potassium, and iron.<br /><br />Health benefit<br />Broccoli provides a high amount of vitamin C, which aids iron absorption in the body, prevents the development of cataracts, and also eases the symptoms of the common cold. The folic acid in broccoli helps women sustain normal tissue growth and is often used as a supplement when taking birth control pills and during pregnancies. The potassium in broccoli aids those battling high blood pressure, while a large amount of calcium helps combat osteoporosisSeed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-70188066295878394542010-01-21T16:51:00.001-08:002010-01-24T22:19:43.317-08:00Crimson Giant Radish<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf5Xm-hYO9CTkolo3xZFbb-bkU4RO927dlBQ7_0zAnrNgei9S4q_syKu83EWvWdxgzJB6IX2xdpeOpaoMJGBvMRRDQahbW8oD9VZ-AeWBaRnU0WG0PQuFIgJ3HyuTdNddpsPLQ3Ijlm-I/s1600-h/Crimson+giant+radish3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 288px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf5Xm-hYO9CTkolo3xZFbb-bkU4RO927dlBQ7_0zAnrNgei9S4q_syKu83EWvWdxgzJB6IX2xdpeOpaoMJGBvMRRDQahbW8oD9VZ-AeWBaRnU0WG0PQuFIgJ3HyuTdNddpsPLQ3Ijlm-I/s320/Crimson+giant+radish3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430555457552433842" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV6PI20leMPHeyJWIKkBHcMTeKo0qxgsfuHEMpsALccMzlpmoXM0E-GSGuzfskIJgUsruWVwk5N4ohnB0OOR_kuGXaKKPT2qryeRokh74-q1t-d1HmK_zhOwX313kgU4FljWbKVhl-jd0/s1600-h/Crimson+Giant+Radish2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV6PI20leMPHeyJWIKkBHcMTeKo0qxgsfuHEMpsALccMzlpmoXM0E-GSGuzfskIJgUsruWVwk5N4ohnB0OOR_kuGXaKKPT2qryeRokh74-q1t-d1HmK_zhOwX313kgU4FljWbKVhl-jd0/s320/Crimson+Giant+Radish2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430549783514477826" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq6aWIuF4q_KJ-16ENdbCubNH0BTN6JPHeoa6EXRlke1RjQVgPGVujvCuGwyc4ZCCwI82Kfpbu_TSSIhToan7Awu0yrbttXqY4Vwld3JVRJj6d6Zbdn16k851UHbGBvuHghnq00rLW854/s1600-h/Crimson+giant+radish1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq6aWIuF4q_KJ-16ENdbCubNH0BTN6JPHeoa6EXRlke1RjQVgPGVujvCuGwyc4ZCCwI82Kfpbu_TSSIhToan7Awu0yrbttXqY4Vwld3JVRJj6d6Zbdn16k851UHbGBvuHghnq00rLW854/s320/Crimson+giant+radish1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430549780795620962" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheFuJpRUUpZ2BYC9tY3GihjH1iQGZ5NJfM_ONldSAx3HcNED8QUf4muv5t7fwsL9y5iAoWPjXbVYWF268pULfe0rfSp5HVgteksEKTjjUc-dii9cuIJ7siW30-UX_foNac_CABwjhnON0/s1600-h/Crimson+Giant+Radish.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheFuJpRUUpZ2BYC9tY3GihjH1iQGZ5NJfM_ONldSAx3HcNED8QUf4muv5t7fwsL9y5iAoWPjXbVYWF268pULfe0rfSp5HVgteksEKTjjUc-dii9cuIJ7siW30-UX_foNac_CABwjhnON0/s320/Crimson+Giant+Radish.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430549774907751810" border="0" /></a><br />Description<br />Crimson Giant Radish seeds grow large 1½ - 2" globe shaped crimson radishes that don't become hollow or pithy with its extra size. The white flesh is crisp, firm and mild. You will be harvesting 29 days after seeding.<br /><br />How to grow<br />Sow seeds as soon as the ground is workable. Plant every 2 weeks to keep a continuous supply until the weather becomes too hot. Sow Crimson Giant Radish Seeds ¼" deep and cover lightly spacing seeds 1 inch apart. Keep moist until seedlings are established. Once Crimson Giant radish seedlings are established thin to 4" apart. Germination takes 5-7 days. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. Radishes grow best during the cooler parts of the growing season. Don't plant radish's where you planted them or cabbage the year prior as they may fall victim to root eating insects.<br /><br />Nutrition value<br />A very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Folate and Potassium.<br /><br />Health benefit<br />Radishes are moderately high in Vitamin C and contain properties that appear to be beneficial for symptoms of colds, flu, fever, cough, respiratory problems, and digestive disorders. For digestive problems, put a handful of radish leaves in boiling water, cover, and let sit for about 20 minutes. Strain, add honey to taste and drink as a tea. For colds, flu, and the associated symptoms, grate one radish and mix with honey to taste. Let this mixture stand for 10 hours in a dark place. Take 2 teaspoons three times a day as a cough syrup.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3396052525508682757.post-36571844916988259332010-01-20T17:41:00.000-08:002010-01-20T20:39:40.888-08:00CABBAGE RED ACRE<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCQ8nB7iKo9YBtntg6cPPzBiOcgLKtHVauUMu-2c6aSX1VTB_ujn0E3lX81_v8mpycrx_Mh8nxhWYJ5cyURbQS9sgLrR8xpwSB4AMFwRVLneGrMY_2sCaK97MgrqqetBFgKS9gpg-LpuE/s1600-h/red+acre+cabbage2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCQ8nB7iKo9YBtntg6cPPzBiOcgLKtHVauUMu-2c6aSX1VTB_ujn0E3lX81_v8mpycrx_Mh8nxhWYJ5cyURbQS9sgLrR8xpwSB4AMFwRVLneGrMY_2sCaK97MgrqqetBFgKS9gpg-LpuE/s320/red+acre+cabbage2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429046530985141490" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrW81uGz5d21ef7GaxJ-ziVNEFtVC2ffXFovSD5Ffu1-h4k9Kr0JaHWL7IsHWuYolzpre2H0jfywnOuKWIY4OhNxvAnhbUxt5BJVhYV63-jA1Vxxe16VgJhysYX1kQYX5d7jwpVPqFuCM/s1600-h/red+acre+cabbage1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrW81uGz5d21ef7GaxJ-ziVNEFtVC2ffXFovSD5Ffu1-h4k9Kr0JaHWL7IsHWuYolzpre2H0jfywnOuKWIY4OhNxvAnhbUxt5BJVhYV63-jA1Vxxe16VgJhysYX1kQYX5d7jwpVPqFuCM/s320/red+acre+cabbage1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429046526645365394" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb8BnlW3e5caEabIQGPJN2P-0XKRu6YinG6Gdq4CbBE0QhYtEkXopmghWB-Wwc_Sb7p-oRxw59mkVqCeME-2FUMZpOqCQqtdRkLKEdlPD5u8zbU95QlBY4kgpudE49GZ93Z1ezC9wN7jM/s1600-h/red+acre+cabbage.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 303px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb8BnlW3e5caEabIQGPJN2P-0XKRu6YinG6Gdq4CbBE0QhYtEkXopmghWB-Wwc_Sb7p-oRxw59mkVqCeME-2FUMZpOqCQqtdRkLKEdlPD5u8zbU95QlBY4kgpudE49GZ93Z1ezC9wN7jM/s320/red+acre+cabbage.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429046517800044610" border="0" /></a><br />Botanical name: Brassica oleracea capitata 'Red Acre'<br /><br />Description<br />The Red Acre Cabbage is a top notch variety of cabbage. This lovely cabbage variety produces stunning reddish-purple, globe shaped, heads that can add a striking beauty to your vegetable garden or a gorgeous color to meals.Each head reaches up 6 to 7 inches in diameter and typically weigh approximately 3 pounds. This flavorful cabbage variety is especially suited for use raw, cooked or in coleslaw and can add new life to otherwise dull meals due to its striking color and wonderful taste.<br /><br />Red Acre Cabbage is resistant to cabbage yellowing and is especially suited for small gardens as it takes up less space than other cabbage varieties. In particular, this variety stores better than just about any other early cabbage variety available and the heads will hold up for a long period in the garden before splitting or bursting. Matures in 75 days<br /><br />How to grow<br />Start indoors or in greenhouse in early spring. Cover seeds with 1/8 inch fine soil.<br />Transplant seedlings indoors after first pair of true leaves have developed. Space them 4 inches apart or pot them individually in 2 1/2 inch pots. Once plants us established, harden off and transplant outdoors after severe frost danger has passed.<br /><br />Spacing: Space rows 2 to 3 feet apart depending on space available. Space plants 18 to 24 inches apart in the rows.<br /><br />Germination: 7 to 10 days at 70 F indoors. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.Seed_Gardenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11500195387561868620noreply@blogger.com0