Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous family that loves cool weather. Cauliflower is harder to grow than other members of the cabbage family. There are several varieties of cauliflower. The open pollinated and the hybrid are the white varieties. Some varieties might even … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Celery
Celery is part of the Umbelliferae family which is the same family as carrots, parsley and fennel. An interesting fact concerning celery is that in ancient Roman times celery was considered an aphrodisiac. Recent research has shown that celery contains androsterone which is a … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Mushrooms
Mushrooms are also known by the scientific name Agraricus campestris and are actually fungi. There are a plethora of varieties of mushrooms many of which are poisonous. However, there still are a wide variety of mushrooms which may be eaten. Mushrooms may be harvested from the … [Read more...]
The Health Benefits of Asparagus
Did you know the asparagus is actually a part of the lily family? There are over 300 varieties, but only 20 are edible. Growing Asparagus Asparagus is a vegetable for the patient gardener. It is a long-surviving perennial that can last up to 15 years as long as it is in a soil … [Read more...]
Storing Garlic
Garlic not only enhances the flavor for many foods but it is a healthy addition to a well balanced diet. Doctors state that adding garlic to your diet can help decrease many medical issues. Whether that is true or not, the taste is great and it is almost always incorporated into … [Read more...]
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