Where and how to store corn on the cob at home: optimal storage conditions and periods
Corn – an incredible plant domesticated in North America thousands of years ago. Today, corn is not only consumed as food in nearly every country but is also used to produce alcohol, glue, plastic, plaster, industrial filters, and animal feed. Not just the kernels, but also the leaves, stalks, and husks are utilized.
How to fight late blight on tomatoes in a greenhouse using folk methods: the best ways to treat and prevent the disease
If you notice signs of late blight on your tomatoes, don’t rush to use chemical treatments. We’ll show you what to do if late blight appears on tomatoes and how to combat it using organic methods in a greenhouse.
Description, cultivation and use of honeysuckle Brown Dropmore Scarlet
The Dropmore Scarlet honeysuckle is a variety of Brown's honeysuckle. This plant stands out with its striking bright orange or scarlet flowers. After blooming, the decorative appeal of the bushes is enhanced by clusters of red-orange berries. The plant captivates with its lush green foliage, uniquely shaped leaves, and elegant vines that densely cover supports. Read on to learn about planting and caring for Brown's Dropmore Scarlet honeysuckle.
How and what to feed pomegranate at home
Indoor pomegranate – a low-maintenance plant that, with proper care, delights with abundant flowering and fruiting. To ensure the tree thrives, it’s essential not only to choose the right soil and location in your home but also to fertilise it regularly. This article explains how and what to feed your pomegranate when growing it indoors.
Characteristics of malting barley
The quality of malt determines the taste, aroma, and color of beer. To brew this hoppy beverage, specific barley varieties are used—each one takes breeders an average of 10 years to develop. Special cultivation techniques ensure optimal grain characteristics.
Is it possible to plant cherries in July and how to do it correctly: instructions and advice from experienced gardeners
The ideal time to plant garden crops is early spring or mid-autumn. However, some gardeners choose the height of summer — July — for this task. The warm weather attracts them, as the risk of seedlings freezing is close to zero. Cherries are particularly popular for July planting: this juicy and sweet berry is a favourite of many. Let’s explore how to plant cherry seedlings in July and what recommendations to follow.
Advantages and features of early raspberry varieties
Raspberries are grown across Europe: from the sunny Mediterranean to the cool climates of Scandinavia. Their red and pink berries are a visual delight – even a small raspberry patch can enhance any garden or backyard. Among the many varieties, gardeners particularly favor early and ultra-early raspberries, which yield fruit by mid-summer. These berries are perfect for preserves or fresh consumption. Let’s explore the best early raspberry varieties, their advantages, and unique features.
Unusual-looking and tasty watermelon radish: what's good about it and how to grow it
Watermelon radish (or radish) – a hybrid crop named for its flesh's resemblance to the melon fruit. Its color ranges from pink to deep purple. The root vegetable's taste combines a spicy bitterness with pleasant sweetness. Its striking appearance, early maturity, and adaptability make it popular among gardeners.
Amazing colored potatoes: varieties and their beneficial properties
Many European breeders are developing new varieties of potatoes with coloured flesh. The vibrant hues of the flesh and skin are the result of natural pigments. The main advantage of coloured potatoes is their classification as a dietary product.
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