There are several benefits to growing organic seed and plants that have become side-lined by new and genetically modified varieties. One is serving an environmental cause by helping to preserve the biological diversity of the planet. Also one may find other unexpected qualities in older varieties. They may be more resistant to modern diseases, or contain beneficial compounds previously unknown. An example of this is in the tangerine tomato.
The Giant Noble spinach won the All-America Selections award in the early 1930s. This heirloom variety is known for its enjoyable taste and gorgeous dark leaves. It is readily adapted to any type of use and preserve. You can eat it fresh or sauteed and it holds up well to canning and freezing. By bringing back the varieties of decades gone by, the diversity can be kept alive.
Health has always been important. The Internet has helped open our eyes with regards to health issues and how to improve on them. It is given us the information we need. That has turned many people to growing their own produce. That’s important to do, especially when we are talking about organic gardening. Growing your own organic pepper plants can really be beneficial to you.
The wando pea variety was introduced in the 1940’s as an innovation for plant resilience. Their selling point is tolerance for extreme heat and even climates of drought. These peas are also known for high yields and excellent flavor.
Giving Ambrosia sweet corn some tender loving care at planning time will reward you with a beautiful and sweet treat in a few weeks. The sugary yellow and white kernels provide a wonderful full corn taste. With some pampering at the beginning and moderate care throughout you should have a bountiful harvest.
Until it was destroyed in 1591 by Cortez the Aztec civilization in central Mexico flourished. Not much survived the conquest but Black Aztec corn is one thing that did. Humble seeds can still be planted, reproduce and provide living, tactile hints of the past.
Gardeners are discovering the royal black pepper as a fun alternative for ornamental use and vegetable gardens. It is an annual plant in climates where temperatures reach freezing in winter months. In warmer areas, it can be a perennial lasting several seasons and forming into a shrub. It is known for distinctive dark color and spicy hot peppers.
Gardens can provide hours of culinary enjoyment during the growing season. Try planting cherry pepper seeds and see what they have to offer. Cherry peppers can be a delicious addition to any dinner table and preserve well also.
The green leafy vegetable called packman broccoli is best known for its ability to withstand many different climates and temperatures, making it easy to grow. The pretty color makes it an attractive option for the garden, while the provision of a hearty crop makes it perfect for larger families. It can be planted during the mild cold and harvested in extreme warmth.
Chili peppers have been on the menu for humans since ancient times but the Kung Pow pepper is new to the culinary world. This hybrid fruit was first made available in 2000 and it has been gaining in popularity ever since. This pepper is high in iron, potassium and magnesium, just like other red chilis. It is rich in vitamin C and carotene and is a good source of various B vitamins and vitamin A.