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When to harvest basil

When to Harvest Basil? Regularity is Key!

Is pasta ever really complete without sprinkling some basil on top? Basil, also known as great basil is a culinary herb that has a strong, sweet flavor. It comes in different varieties with different tastes. Sweet basil is peppery with a subtle mint taste, whereas Thai basil is more savory. Basil leaves are mostly used in cooking to boost flavor and aroma in food.  Basil has a number of healthy nutrients like vitamin A, C, […]

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When to harvest eggplant

When to Harvest Eggplant?

Eggplant, also known as an aubergine, is a part of the nightshade family of plants. This fruit has a unique flavor with a distinct richness to it when cooked. For this reason, eggplant is a very popular food choice and it can be incorporated into almost every recipe. In fact it has such a savory and meaty flavor and texture that many vegetarians love consuming eggplants as a great meat alternative. With high fiber content,

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When to Harvest Watermelons? Pick At the Right Time

Watermelons are a perfect summer treat to keep you hydrated; they are juicy, sweet, and full of nutrients. Sipping on fresh watermelon juice, or digging a bite into the soft fruity chunks- the flavor is exotic and unforgettably refreshing. There is no doubt why watermelon is often called the ‘iconic fruit of the summer.’ This huge, delightful fruit can be grown in your own garden, especially if you live in an area with a warm

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When to Harvest Yellow Squash? Plus 3 Simple Steps to Growing Yellow Squash

Squash is known for being one of the most common vegetables that can be turned into a lot of things. Squash can be used to make a delicious soup, and it can also be roasted together with other meat and spices to make for a lovely side dish and added flavor. Squash is a plant that originally came from the areas of Mexico, and has since been seen in most parts of the world.  There

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When to Harvest Walnuts? Plus Other Walnuts Care Tips

Eating nuts can be a healthy way to satisfy your late-night cravings for a simple snack. Nuts, especially walnuts, pack in a lot of health benefits aside from tasting ridiculously good. Learning about the different techniques on how to care for and when to harvest walnuts can be a great way to source your own walnuts for daily consumption. Walnuts can be part of your daily diet. They are rich in many nutrients that can

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When to Harvest Turnips?

If you came here in order to learn how to harvest turnips in animal crossing, this article is probably not for you. In this piece, we will focus on the real-life turnips, how to grow them, how to preserve turnips, how to store turnips, and to answer one of the most important questions – when to harvest turnips.  The turnip is part of the Brassica rapa species, together with Napa cabbage, field mustard, bok choy,

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When To Harvest Swiss Chard? Plus Things You Never Knew!

Have you ever wondered what other unique vegetables are available on the market? Sometimes the typical choices such as carrots and cabbage just won’t do for that day, which is why you might be seeking out new vegetables to try out. An example of this vegetable is the swiss chard. What exactly is swiss chard? And when to harvest swiss chard?  When talking about which of the greens is the healthiest out there, the swiss

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When to Harvest Tomatillos?

They sound exactly like ‘tomatoes’ and they belong to the same nightshade family- but they’re very distinct species. They even look like little tomatoes but are bright green, and have a dry husk covering them. In fact, they are sometimes referred to as husk tomatoes. But they are not baby tomatoes. Tomatillo is unique on its own and you will definitely enjoy growing it at home. To the native Spanish speakers, the name tomatillos mean

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When to Harvest Sweet Potatoes? A Sweet Guide

Sweet potatoes are one of the most delicious and nutritious potato varieties out there. This variation of everyone’s’ favorite root vegetable is soft, creamy, and has a hint of sweetness. In fact, most people see it as a dessert ingredient and incorporate sweet potatoes into pie recipes. Packed with nutrition, they are rich in vitamin-A, B-5, riboflavin, niacin, and carotenoids. Consuming sweet potatoes is also great for health because of their anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties.

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