Planting and growing

Record holders among vegetables: what is the largest carrot in the world and who grew it
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Carrots are successfully grown in 76 regions of Russia. Despite the unpretentiousness of this vegetable, it is not always possible to obtain a rich and high-quality harvest. However, this business also has its own record holders, whose achievements...

What are the benefits of Romanesco cabbage, what it looks like in the photo, is it difficult to grow and how to cook it
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Romanovskaya, Romanovskaya, Roman, coral cabbage - all these are names of the same culture. The structure of the pulp after cooking is surprisingly tender, with a pleasant nutty and creamy aftertaste. It is completely devoid of the bitterness inherent in broccoli. In this article ...

Timing and technology for planting broccoli for seedlings and caring for seedlings at home
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Broccoli is grown without seedlings or seedlings. In the latter case, it is important to take into account the nuances of care that young plants need and the optimal timing of sowing seeds. Then the seedlings will develop well and by the time...

How to pick pepper seedlings: step-by-step guide and useful tips
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Pepper seedlings require careful care in compliance with a number of agrotechnical requirements, including picking. Due to the high fragility of plants, they are transplanted as carefully as possible and only at the right time. We will tell you in detail...

Is it possible to eat buckwheat if you have type 2 diabetes?
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In type 2 diabetes, when the interaction of insulin with cells is disrupted, a strict diet is prescribed. The basis of nutrition consists of vegetables, cereals, and low-fat protein dishes.Avoid foods with a glycemic index above 50–55: sweets, sugary...

Preparing greens for the winter: is it possible to freeze green onions and how to do it correctly
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Freezing green onions for the winter is the best way to preserve their taste and aroma. Greens prepared in this way are suitable for preparing many dishes and will be a good help in the winter. We offer...

What are good cherry-cherry hybrids and what are their features?
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Some people like sour-tart cherries, while others like honey-sweet cherries. However, there is an intermediate option - the fruits of a cherry-cherry hybrid called Duke. The culture has inherited the best characteristics of its “parents” - stable immunity to fungal ...

How to properly germinate basil seedlings in a snail
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Basil is a famous spice with a unique aroma and taste. Some national cuisines cannot do without a green or purple leaf or sprig of basil. It is grown in the garden and on the windowsill in winter. ...

How to prepare cauliflower in tomato juice for the winter: recipes
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Cauliflower is fried in batter or steamed to preserve maximum benefits. Some housewives prefer to freeze the inflorescences after harvesting in order to add them to various dishes in the winter. If roomy...

When to harvest leeks and how to store them
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Leeks or Pearl onions are a biennial plant, rich in vitamins and nutrients, and have a milder taste than regular onions. It can be eaten raw, fried, marinated, stewed and boiled. To ...

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