California Sunset Sunflowers are not the typical giant sunflowers you imagine in an open field. This ornamental variety of warm and orange tones can be easily grown in both the garden and in pots. In addition, they provide biodiversity, attract pollinators, and can become a focus of natural beauty in your growing space.
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Caigua, also known as korila, achocha or Andean cucumber, is a climbing plant that surprises for its rapid growth and its hollow fruits, light and versatile in the kitchen. It also adapts very well to domestic cultivation.
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Red chard is a spectacular variety of chard (Beta vulgaris var. cicla) that stands out for its deep red stems and dark green leaves with reddish veins. This plant not only stands out for its beauty, but also because it is rich in antioxidants, fiber and minerals.
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Micro tomatoes or Micro-Tom, are a variety of tomatoes that are characterized by their compact size and short life cycle. Ideal for urban gardens, these plants do not exceed 20-30 cm in height, but give you a good production of small, sweet and juicy tomatoes.
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Forest Strawberries or Wild Strawberries have numerous advantages when it comes to having them in our garden, instead of strawberries or strawberries that are normally found in nurseries.
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In this post we show you how to use the seeds of your plants (as long as the plant is edible) to make your own sprouts, a very nutritious food and for vegetarian/vegan options, a great source of vegetable protein.
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The deep green color of its leaves reveals the presence of chlorophyll and powerful antioxidants such as glucosinolates. These sulfur compounds are studied for their ability to help the liver in the body’s natural detoxification processes. By consuming the cooking water (or ‘broth’), you not only enjoy the flavor but also ingest these water-soluble compounds that combat cellular oxidative stress and reduce systemic inflammation. It is a type of cabbage that is highly appreciated in Galicia, a region in northwestern Spain, but can be planted in almost any location.
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