Solanaceae

How to form a pepper bush: instructions for beginners and common mistakes
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Many people believe that caring for bell peppers comes down to regular watering, feeding and protection from diseases and pests. However, there is another measure that can significantly increase the yield of a vegetable - the formation ...

Top leading countries in potato production worldwide
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People began to eat sweet potato tubers 4.5 thousand years ago. The Indians of South America not only cultivated this plant, but also worshiped it, considering it a source of life. At the beginning of the 21st century...

The benefits and harms of potato broth
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When pouring the water left after boiling potatoes into the sink, many people do not even imagine what benefits can be derived from this liquid. In addition to its rich chemical composition, which provides medicinal properties, the decoction is used in cooking...

Preparing the soil for planting potatoes: what soil acidity is needed
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Potatoes are sincerely loved in Russia and called the second bread. But despite its widespread distribution, many people experience difficulties in growing it. Unpretentious potatoes are picky about the quality of the soil. We will tell you what kind of soil...

Varieties of tomato varieties and hybrids and their characteristics
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Tomatoes are one of the most common vegetable crops. The number of varieties and hybrids is in the thousands. Today we will help you understand the variety of tomatoes and tell you which varieties and hybrids are best to choose...

Technology for planting potatoes with a walk-behind tractor
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Using a walk-behind tractor when growing potatoes significantly increases labor productivity. Various operations when planting and processing crops become more technologically advanced and simpler if you use a walk-behind tractor and additional attachments. As a result, one...

Starch in potatoes: varieties with high and low content
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Different varieties of potatoes have different nutrient ratios. Thus, the amount of starch in potatoes largely determines its taste and ability to boil. We offer a more detailed description of potato varieties with low, medium and...

How to make starch from potatoes at home
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Starch is a product needed in any kitchen; it is sold in every grocery store. If you wish, you can prepare a healthy product at home with your own hands, without the chemical additives used in its industrial production. Receiving...

Detailed instructions: how to make a potato storage box on the balcony
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Gardeners grow potatoes in large quantities and save the harvest until spring, and people who do not have plots buy a lot of vegetables for the winter. In both cases, there is a need to somehow store the potatoes. Availability ...

We deal with the questions of why a child eats raw potatoes and whether it is harmful
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So many different dishes are prepared from potatoes that there is rarely a desire to eat them raw. Adults consider raw tubers inedible, but children quite often eat them with pleasure. With parents in...

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