Growing perfect plants, one answer at a time.
Growing perfect plants, one answer at a time.
These crazy delicious potatoes are, in my opinion, one of the best potato side dishes to serve with prime rib. They are elevated in appearance, texture, and flavor for the most perfect potatoes ever. This rich French dish is perfect for meats, especially when you pair it with something as special as prime rib. For …
Scrub the potatoes clean and dry them, then prick them all over with a fork. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet. Rub them all over with the canola oil and bake until they are cooked thoroughly and soft in the center, about 1 hour. We learned we recommend baking potatoes at 400 degrees F …
The potato acts as a salt bridge , connecting the anode, or negative electrode, to the cathode, or positive electrode. The potato is not a source of electricity by itself. Potato batteries require two different metal electrodes with different electrical qualities to work. The most common materials are zinc and copper. When I was writing …
FRUTESCENS: A more common variety which includes the like of Tabasco, Piri/Birds Eye and Thai peppers . The stems tend to grow straight up throughout and curve just before touching the flower head. The Frutescens plants tend to be short and shrub-like with a high number of flowers. Light green , grows pointed upwards: Hmm..perhaps …
Wild populations of peppers get hotter when attacked by insects and a fusarium fungus. They respond by producing more capsaicinoids which slows down microbial growth, protecting the seeds. The longer it is left on the vine, the hotter it gets. If you wait for those green jalapeños to turn red, you will have a much …
The use of salt makes sense ― it brings out the natural flavors in our food ― but pepper doesn’t serve the same purpose. So how and why did it get chosen to be a dynamic duo with salt ? Some sources claimed salt and pepper is the common name for edible salt and ground …
Pepper sprays don’t kill a dog . It is formulated to stop the animal on its tracks, make it go away or retreat but it will not kill or cause permanent damage to the animal. Most pepper sprays have only a small amount of the active ingredient that will make it an effective canine deterrent. …
In February 2012, the 2012 New Mexico Chile Conference, in association with Jim Duffy of Refining Fire Chiles, announced that the Trinidad Moruga Scorpion is the hottest chili pepper in the world. How often are the world’s hottest peppers changed? The world’s hottest pepper is constantly changing, evolving almost . It seems every year a …
Chopped raw bell peppers will last for about 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator. How long do bell peppers last in the fridge once they have been cooked? Cooked bell peppers will usually stay good for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator and 10 to 12 months in the freezer. How long will …
Quantities stated above are averages only. Further nutrition information may be displayed on the product label. The most usefull answer is: chipotles in adobo are smoked and dried jalapeos that have been rehydrated and canned in a sweet and tangy purée of tomato, vinegar, garlic, and other spices, resulting in a ruddy sauce with plenty …
Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers last for up to two weeks in the fridge, while green ones retain quality for a few days longer. Cut bell peppers stay fine for about 4 to 5 days. How long do bell peppers last in the fridge? Chopped raw bell peppers will last for about 2 to …
Fresh tomato seeds will germinate just fine. The seeds do not need to be aged or dried in order to sprout and begin growing. However, some gardeners suggest fermenting tomato seeds before trying to store or germinate them. Another thing we wanted the answer to was, do Tomatoes need soil to sprout? Although there is …
The tomato plant reproduces sexually, meaning that it requires both female and male organs to produce seeds. Every tomato seed has a tiny tomato plant inside . When the conditions are just right, tomato seeds will germinate. Where do tomatoes come from? Jump to navigation Jump to search. Edible berry of the tomato plant, originating …
Tomatoes contain about 3 grams of net carbs per 100 grams (about 5 grams per cup). But if you’re eating a strict keto low-carb diet (below 20 grams per day) it’s worth keeping in mind that the carbs do add up, and you can only eat a moderate amount of tomatoes to stay under that …
Tomatine levels are lower in ripe tomatoes. This means it’s safe for dogs to eat small amounts of correctly prepared red tomato. But green tomatoes and other parts of the tomato plant should never be fed to dogs. A inquiry we ran across in our research was “Are tomatoes safe for dogs?”. Here is what …
And even though tomatoes do contain some of the harmful compounds in their poisonous counterparts, their leaves, stems and fruit won’t hurt you a bit. So now that you know you can, how do you eat tomato leaves? But the leaves of the plant are tender, fragrant and, yes, completely edible. Contrary to popular opinion, …
This can lead to a build up of quite a variety of tomato seeds in your seed collection. But exactly how long are tomato seeds viable? Tomato seeds are viable for an average of 4-6 years . But that’s not a hard and fast rule. If you can keep them in a proper storage environment …
This timeline can vary, depending on the variety of tomato. If the green tomato was picked from the vine when it just started to turn red, it will take about 1 to 2 weeks to ripen if stored properly with an ethylene gas-producing fruit such as a banana or apple. Do tomatoes ripen after being …
Tomatoes were once considered poisonous by leaking lead in tin alloy plates.(Photo: glamcheck. com) It all began with the fact that the rich Europeans always used tin alloy dishes, which contained high levels of lead, to store food. Because natural tomatoes are highly acidic, when they are put into tin alloy containers, they will lead …
Another handy tip is to keep in mind the tomato sauce substitute from above. Many recipes call for a combination of tomato sauce and a little tomato paste . You can use the left-over tomato paste to make some, or all of the tomato sauce for the recipe, rather than buying separate tomato sauce. Can …
One teaspoon of tomato paste is 0.20 oz. One dessertspoon of tomato paste is 0.39 oz. How many cups are in a can? A US soda can is 12 ounces . There are 8 ounces in a cup. Therefore, there are 12/8=1.5 cups in a soda can. One dessertspoon of tomato paste is 11.07 grams. …
It is not uncommon, however, to find tomato sprouts growing inside an intact tomato. Usually the gel around the tomato seeds inhibits any sprouting while the tomato is intact or even after the tomato has fallen to the ground and has decayed. It would take a large quantity of tomato sprouts, leaves and stems to …
All those tubs of basil-rich pesto available on the supermarket shelves may be convenient, but they can’t hold a candle to fresh , homemade pesto made with in-season basil. You may be wondering “Can you can pesto seasoning?” Our best answer was pesto is an uncooked seasoning mixture of herbs , usually including fresh basil, …
Basil needs a relatively warm temperature, so yellow leaves might indicate that the plant is not getting enough sunlight. However, keep in mind that older leaves and bottom leaves naturally turn yellow so it doesn’t indicate any problem and you don’t need to do anything about it. Here is what my research found. Improper watering …
The fungi that cause oregano disease problems often result in rotting leaves or roots . If older leaves in the center of the plant begin to rot, the plant is probably infected with botrytis rot. This of course begs the inquiry “Why is my potted oregano dying?” One common answer is, a dying oregano is …
It is advisable to not exceed 600mg of oregano oil in one day. You can take 200mg per dose 3 times a day. You can make your own capsules easily at home by filling oregano oil mixed with a carrier oil into empty gelatin capsules and take internally. The oil of oregano does not need …
Oregano, rosemary, lemon verbena, thyme, and sage can all overwinter outdoors and will benefit from a good prune in the fall. Trim away the uppermost leaves and any dead flower heads, and prune back all dead wood on the plant. Sage earthed-up during the spring season, to induce fresh growth, needs winter protection. You should …
Let the sage burn for a few seconds , and then blow out the fire; let the embers smoke. Dry sage will catch fire very quickly., and be careful. Make sure that the sage has burned enough that the embers will continue to smoke. If the smoke ceases before you are done with your ritual, …
In hot zones of USDA 8 or higher, they can handle some afternoon shade, but they need some sun or a breeze to dry the dampness off the leaves and prevent rotting. Culinary sage prefers moist but well-drained soil. It will tolerate moderately alkaline soil. Sage is a tough little plant and is very drought-tolerant …
As long as properly cared for, harvested and pruned every season, your sage plant can last you many years. Some have found that their plants get more and more woody as the years go by, and that by year 3, the plant is no longer as productive or flavorful. A common question we ran across …
White sage is abundant in its local habitat as a keystone species of its plant community, but that habitat is under threat due to development and it is fragile, apparent by the many endangered and threatened species that rely on its habitat. Greater sage-grouse are adversely affected by energy development and infrastructure, even when mitigative …
“Sage is a lighter, more muted shade of green, so it creates a calming effect in just about any space in the home,” says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams. “It also has such strong ties to the greenery and nature that surrounds our home, so it really helps bring the outdoors in …
Peppermint popularly called pudina and a prime constituent of your cooling gums and toffees is a perennial and aromatic herb from the mint family. Scientifically called Mentha piperita, it is a cross between watermint and spearmint, the many varieties of the mint family . Choward’s violet mints? Choward Violet Mints These nostalgic mints are sure …
Chamomile is a smokeable herb too, can be smoked as a tobacco substitute by gradually increasing its dosage while reducing that of tobacco cigarettes. Because chamomile is used to curb tension and anxiety, the available influences of smoking medicinal herbs may reduce the craving for tobacco until the negative patterns of smoking vanish entirely. Can …
Sip your tea gently and drink it slowly. That way, you can combine the sedative effects of chamomile with the relaxing ‘you time’ of slowly sipping tea. Alternatively, you can use chamomile tea to relax in the morning. In that way, it’s almost the opposite of stimulating caffeine drinks like coffee. Why does chamomile relax …
When to harvest: Chamomile flowers are ripe when the petals curl back toward the center in late summer or early fall. How to harvest: Cut whole stems and flowers of German chamomile. Pinch off the flowers of Roman chamomile. Some have found that this is the most important part in collecting chamomile. You must either …
The eggplant emoji is also called the aubergine emoji in the UK and Japan. While it can literally refer to the food item (eggplant parmesan, perhaps?), it’s most often used online to represent a penis. In modern texting, the eggplant emoji refers to a penis . It’s super commonly used for sexting and dirty texts, …
The key to determining what is causing the fruits on your eggplant to yellow is to look at the other symptoms on the plant . Eggplants are usually treated as annual vegetables, but can be grown as perennials in U. S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 12. While I was writing we …
To grow eggplant, start by planting your seeds 6 to 9 weeks before the last frost is expected. For the best results, fill a seed tray with a non-soil growing medium, like vermiculite or compost. One more inquiry we ran across in our research was “How much space do eggplants need to grow?”. One article …
How to grow aubergines Growing aubergines in a greenhouse . Use pots of around 20cms in diameter and fill with compost, lightly pressing down on the surface. Our top aubergine growing tips. Growing aubergines requires some patience. Due to their long growing season, if you planted them in March, you cannot expect to harvest them …
Aubergines storewell in the fridge or a cool cupboard for about four to six days. They are best used soon after rescued in your Odd. Box as the skin will start to wrinkle as they age. How Long Does Frozen milk last after thawed? Do aubergines have a shelf life? There are more ways than …
Plant potatoes in the soil with the eyes facing up allowing for the plant to start growing quickly. Cover gently in soil. As the leaves begin to sprout over the top of the soil add more soil to encourage the plant to grow upwards creating new roots and potatoes as it goes. How are potatoes …
You can harvest “ new” potatoes once the canopy flowers have bloomed, which is usually about six to eight weeks after the potato plants begin to grow. These baby potatoes range from one- to two-inches in diameter. Excavate lightly next to the plants and gently dig out a few tubers from each plant. New potatoes …
Fried potatoes are not acceptable when you have a stomach upset ; they are more taxing on your digestive tract. Sweet potatoes have soluble fiber, which is easier to digest than insoluble fiber. They also have potassium that needs to be replenished when you have a stomach ache. I discovered The largest health benefit offered …
The potato ( Solanum tuberosum) is an herbaceous annual that grows up to 100 cm (40 inches) tall. As the potato plant grows, its compound leaves manufacture starch that is transferred to the ends of its underground stems (or stolons). The stems thicken to form a few or as many as 20 tubers close to …
Potatoes are fine in the ground until the ground freezes. If the ground freezes to the depth the potatoes lie, they will be ruined . Temperatures down to 30 overnight and warming up in the daytime probably won’t be a problem for the potato tubers, but would definitely take out most garden veggies leafy growth. …
No: Potatoes do not increase constipation but rice does, even whole grain or brown rice. Are potatoes and starches constipating? In some, yes: In some people, these can be constipating. Do baked potatoes make you constipated? Regular baked potatoes with skin have about 3 grams of fiber and are also good options to prevent constipation. …
Well, KFC has started getting rid of its potato wedges and replacing them with normal fries. They’ve been rolling out their “Secret Recipe Fries” to some stores already. And soon enough, they’ll be in every store. And people AREN’T happy. The social media response to the end of wedges has been mostly negative. Does KFC …
It all has to do with how the potatoes cook. Boiling the potatoes first means that they are cooked to some degree before they go into the oven. This way, once you put them in to be roasted , the heat can work on crisping them up. If you put raw potatoes in the oven, …
Bake at 400° F for about one hour, or until tender. Do not wrap potatoes in aluminum foil for baking. Foil holds in moisture and steams the potatoes, resulting in a “boiled” taste and texture. How long does a baked potato take at 325 ? Preparation: Preheat your oven and move the rack to the …