Planting and growing

A selection of the best varieties of cucumbers for open ground in the Moscow region and tips for choosing them
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In 2018, Russia ranked 4th in the world in terms of the number of cucumbers grown. Almost any domestic gardener devotes part of the plot to planting this vegetable crop. The plant is easy to care for and gives...

Ways to use tangerine peels for maximum benefit
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Winter is the time of tangerines. Their citrus smell and sweet taste create the atmosphere of the upcoming holidays. Many people consider only the pulp of this fruit to be edible. It has a pleasant taste, contains a large number of beneficial...

Ornamental cabbage: cultural features, description of varieties with names and photos
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In autumn, many gardeners' flower beds take on a dull appearance: the last asters, chrysanthemums, marigolds and other persistent crops fade. Unusual cabbage will help complement the flowerbed palette with bright and rich tones until frost. ...

Is it possible to eat soft potatoes and why do they wither in the ground?
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If, when harvesting potatoes, you come across limp, wrinkled tubers, the reason for this may be both weather conditions and fungal diseases. Gardeners say: the potatoes are boiled in the ground. With whatever...

What grape variety is Kindzmarauli wine made from?
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Kindzmarauli is an authentic Georgian wine with a rich ruby ​​color, which remains the same even when diluted with water. For its production, the ancient Saperavi grape variety, growing in the Alazani River valley, is used. Fermentation technology...

Is there a seedless pomegranate and how to distinguish it from a regular one?
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Seedless pomegranate is a product of the breeding work of American breeders. It appeared relatively recently, but has already spread to countries with warm climates. Juicy, sweet, slightly watery grains still contain...

How many calories are in fresh cabbage?
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The popularity of white cabbage in dietary nutrition is explained by its low calorie content, high fiber content and the benefits of the vegetable. The body spends a lot of energy on digesting and assimilating the product, which ensures weight loss. ...

Using cauliflower for weight loss: benefits and harms, sample menu for the week, reviews and results
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Cauliflower is known for its good taste and dietary properties, which is why it is actively used for weight loss. The inflorescences have a rich vitamin and mineral composition. A properly grown vegetable without the use of pesticides saturates the body with minerals, omega-3 fatty...

White core of carrots - why does this happen?
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Ripe carrot root is orange outside and inside. But it often happens that root vegetables grow in the garden not with an orange core, but with a white or pale yellow core. Having harvested such a harvest, summer residents wonder whether it is safe...

Growing rules and selection of early cabbage varieties
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Like many other vegetable crops, cabbage varieties are divided into three groups: early-, mid- and late-ripening. In many farms, early varieties are grown to obtain the first fresh greens. Harvest ...

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