Solanaceae

How to get rid of caterpillars on peppers
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Bell pepper is one of the most delicious and healthy garden crops. However, the plant is attractive not only to humans, but also to insect pests. You can often see inconspicuous small caterpillars on pepper leaves...

How to dry hot peppers at home: the best preparation methods and recommendations for storing the product
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The human tongue does not have specific receptors for the sensation of pungent taste. It is picked up by pain receptors. The reason for the love for spicy foods lies in the specific action of capsaicin, a hot substance contained in hot peppers. ...

Review of thick-walled and high-yielding Tusk pepper: what kind of variety is it and how to grow it on your site
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Tusk bell pepper is grown by amateur gardeners and professional farmers. The harvest is perfectly stored, suitable for sale and transportation over long distances. The variety is also valued for its taste - the pulp is sweet and juicy, rich in vitamins...

Is it possible or not to eat eggplants for type 2 diabetes: benefits and harms, recipes
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Chinese wisdom says: “To heal your body, you need to change your lifestyle.” For patients with type 2 diabetes, it can be a clue on the path to healing. Diet changes for diabetics -...

What to do if the leaves of tomatoes in a greenhouse curl?
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Often the leaves of tomatoes planted in a polycarbonate greenhouse begin to curl. They curl up like a tube, twist up or down. By the different positions of tomato leaves, you can understand what errors in care...

How to properly grow frost-resistant eggplant King of the North
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The hybrid King of the North is not similar to other eggplants either in the appearance of the bushes or in its properties. This unpretentious crop was bred specifically for cultivation in the northern regions. The vegetable does not require special care...

Why tomatoes crack when ripening in a greenhouse: we identify the cause and effectively fight it
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The world's largest tomato was grown in 2016 in the USA and weighed 3.9 kg. True, this giant tomato was all covered with cracks, which is not surprising, given its size. ...

What are the diseases of eggplants in a greenhouse and how to deal with them
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Eggplants are low-maintenance crops. However, if agrotechnical rules are not followed and sudden climate changes occur, vegetables can become sick. To prevent this, gardeners take preventive measures and treat plants...

How black pepper grows, its benefits and harms, areas of application
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In the Middle Ages, black pepper, when it was already widespread in Europe, served as a spice, a medicine, an exchange coin, a means of investment, and simply a gift among the wealthy...

What are the health benefits and harms of eggplants?
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In the East, eggplants are called “vegetables of longevity.” They have a positive effect on the heart and blood vessels, reducing the likelihood of heart failure, atherosclerosis, and hypertension. These are far from the only beneficial properties of the vegetable. Eggplant improves...

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