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Planting Swiss chard: location & procedure

Swiss chard is extremely healthy and is perfect for growing in home gardens. We show what you should pay attention to when planting Swiss chard.Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris) is a popular vegetable that not only tastes good, but also looks beautiful. Not much can go wrong with growing in your own garden - provided, of course, you know what to look for. In this article, we will therefore tell you everything you need to know about growing leafy vegetables. Here you can find out whe...

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The right way to harvest, store and freeze carrots: this is how it's done

Carrots can be grown well at home. Here we take a closer look at how best to proceed when harvesting and storing the popular root vegetables.Try your hand at growing different varietiesCarrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) can be sown over a long period of time. The harvest time is accordingly variable. Carrots that were sown at the end of February, for example, can sometimes be harvested from the end of May if the spring climate is good. So-called lager carrots sown in May remain in the gro...

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Common bean: origin, origin and synonyms

Kidney beans have been grown for centuries. We'll tell you about the origin and history of nutritious beans with a high protein content. Beans tend to be high yielding [Photo: Paul Maguire / Shutterstock.com]the Kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is divided into different growth forms: the French beans and the runner beans. In general, there are very different names for the haricot bean species, it is called the French bean, Runner bean, green bean, fire bean (Phaseolus coccineus) and in some a...

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Planting Beans: Instructions for Growing Beans

Beans are a reliable source of many nutrients. We'll show you how you can plant healthy beans in your own garden.In the garden you can Grow green beans and runner beans. The French bean is significantly smaller than the runner bean and is therefore particularly popular in small gardens. The runner bean is far more demanding than the French bean: it needs a lot of warmth, a lot of space and a good soil. On the other hand, runner beans are more productive than their little relatives.contentsWhe...

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Planting garlic: tips for planting & growing

Planting garlic in your own garden - with these instructions you can grow it step by step from sticking to harvesting.Garlic is one of the most popular spices [Photo: gunsan gimbanjang / Shutterstock.com]It is indispensable in the kitchen and is an absolute must in most countries around the world! Of the garlic (Allium sativum) originally comes from Asia and is very popular as a spice in cooking all over the world. As a relative of Kitchen onion, leek and Co., the "bulb" of garlic is also an ...

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Planting garlic: tips for planting & growing

Planting garlic in your own garden - with these instructions you can grow it step by step from sticking to harvesting.Garlic is one of the most popular spices [Photo: gunsan gimbanjang / Shutterstock.com]It is indispensable in the kitchen and is an absolute must in most countries around the world! Of the garlic (Allium sativum) originally comes from Asia and is very popular as a spice in cooking all over the world. As a relative of Kitchen onion, leek and Co., the "bulb" of garlic is also an ...

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Peas: origin, origin and synonyms

Peas have been grown for thousands of years. We will inform you about the origin, the origin and the history of this healthy vegetable.Ripe pea pods [Photo: FA – CC BY 2.0]Most of us buy peas (Pisum sativum) presumably in the supermarket, where they can mainly be found in the can or in the freezer shelf. Very few people probably know that the pea is a real traditional vegetable. Because the pea is one of the oldest crops that is still grown today on a large scale. There are archaeological dis...

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Store and keep potatoes correctly

Proper storage of potatoes can extend their famous shelf life. You can find out how to store potatoes correctly from us.Potatoes should be stored in a cool, dark place [Photo: Balefire / Shutterstock.com]The potato (Solanum tuberosum) is one of the most traditional vegetables in Germany and is grown in many gardens for self-sufficiency. A rich one Potato harvest naturally needs to be stored correctly so that you can continue to feed on it for a long time. We'll give you tips on how to store y...

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Kohlrabi varieties: New, old & robust varieties

An overview of new, tried and tested and robust varieties. Seeds and seeds of these kohlrabi varieties can also be ordered online from specialist dealers.Kohlrabi varieties from the supermarket are light and firm [Photo: barmalini / Shutterstock.com]Of the Kohlrabithat most people know from the supermarket, has the typical light green color. However, there are also lesser-known varieties with a different standard shape and color. The taste and shelf life, as well as the amount harvested, do n...

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Fennel: origin, profile & care of the vegetables

Fennel comes from the Mediterranean region and can be cultivated as a vegetable and aromatic plant. You can find out everything about the origin, properties and care of fennel from us.Fennel is a type of vegetable with thickened sprouts [Photo: KarepaStock / Shutterstock.com]Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) has been used as a medicinal plant for thousands of years. We present the diverse, Mediterranean vegetable and spice plant in a profile and give tips on caring for fennel as well as on winterin...

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