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Are cucumbers, grapes, etc. edible despite powdery mildew?

table of contentsRecognize powdery mildewIs powdery mildew poisonous or non-toxic?Are grapes edible with powdery mildew?Are cucumbers edible with powdery mildew?Is pumpkin edible with powdery mildew?Are zucchini with powdery mildew edible?frequently asked QuestionsPowdery mildew infects many plants. Economically, it poses great challenges for agriculture and viticulture. But are fruits like grapes, cucumbers & Co. edible despite powdery mildew infestation? You can find the answer in the f...

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Can you eat beetroot raw? What to look out for

table of contentsingredientsUnhealthy ingredientsOxalic acidnitratepreparationRaw foodCookBeetroot is one of the oldest vegetables. The beet originally comes from the Mediterranean region, but has been native to us since Roman times. If the beetroot was often on the menu in the past, it has been forgotten in this country. However, it has been experiencing a renaissance for several years. As a result, there is more and more discussion about whether beetroot can only be cooked or eaten raw.ingr...

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Growing Winter Vegetables: 19 suitable vegetables for growing and consuming during the cold season

table of contentsWhat are winter vegetables?Suitable winter vegetablesCabbageCabbage varieties from B-GCabbage varieties from R-Wroot vegetableRoot vegetables from K-SRoot vegetables from T-WLeeksMore winter vegetablesChicorypotatoesWinter has always been considered a time of culinary restrictions, as many plants simply no longer grow in the cold and with less sunlight. Even if international trade today means that almost every vegetable is available at any time of the year is available, self-...

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Spinach blossoms and shoots: can you still eat it?

table of contentsThe blossomsSpinach shootsGrowth of leavesSpinach flowers - what to doSpinach Shoots - Quick HarvestFast pruningRemove plantsRepeat sowingThe real spinach (Spinacia oleracea) is a popular leafy vegetable. Since the Middle Ages, people have valued vegetables for their nutrients and vitamins. But when spinach is in bloom, are the vegetables still edible?In a nutshellshooting spinach marks the beginning of the flowering period as the plants grow quicklythe flowering provides a b...

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The 12 common types of grain presented

table of contentsThe most common types of grain and their useswheatSubspecies of wheatSpeltbarleyoatsCornriceryeTriticalePseudo-grainSummer and winter cerealsglutenGluten-free cerealsWhat should allergy sufferers watch out for when consuming grain?Grain is eaten practically every day around the world, but is now also demonized by many people. But hardly anyone is really familiar with this topic and could answer the following questions correctly from their own knowledge. What counts to cereals...

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Climbing vegetables for the balcony: 12 varieties

table of contentsBitter melon (Momordica charantia)Helmet Bean (Dolichos lablab)Squirrel gourd (Cyclanthera pedata)Caucasian spinach (Hablitzia tamnoides)Climbing zucchini 'Black Forest' (Cucurbita pepo)Malabar spinach (Basella alba)Mexican mini cucumber (Melothria scabra)Mini cucumber 'Picolino' (Cucumis sativus)Paprika 'Pinokkio' (Capsicum annuum)Runner bean 'Tenderstar' (Phaseolus coccineus)Runner bean 'Guinness Record' (Phaseolus coccineus)Snake cucumber 'Midios' (Cucumis sativus)frequent...

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Harvest kohlrabi several times? Does it grow back?

table of contentsCan kohlrabi be harvested multiple times?Does kohlrabi grow back?frequently asked QuestionsKohlrabi is not only healthy, but can also be used in a wide variety of dishes. But how often can kohlrabi be harvested and does it grow back after one harvest? We enlighten you.In a nutshellmultiple harvests possible with offset sowingbelongs to the group of biennial plants and in principle grows backdespite the biennial nature, the vegetable is usually treated as an annual plantreplan...

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Growing snake garlic: this is how it works

table of contentsSnake garlicLocation and soilSeedsPlanting timeGrowing snake garlic: instructionsGood neighborscareDiseases and pestsharvestStorage and useMultiplicationThe aroma of garlic is in great demand in the kitchen. Because it enriches the taste of many dishes, especially in Mediterranean cuisine. But one or two connoisseurs are bothered by the intense fragrance. You could switch to the milder snake garlic, which is more modest with the flavors. When grown in the garden, it even look...

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Types of beans: 55 types of beans and their properties

table of contentsClassificationAccording to growth characteristicsAfter use1. French beans2. Cut beansuseFrench beansRice beansRunner beansBroad beans (Vicia faba)Beans belong to the legume family (Fabaceae) and are divided into numerous bean genera and bean types with different properties and uses. Beans are not only the roundish, partly kidney-shaped seeds, but also the surrounding pod, including the seeds. A total of over 700 types of beans are known, and the names are often a bit confusin...

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Prick asparagus yourself: Instructions in 5 steps

table of contentsdigging up asparagusGrowth of the asparagus plantUtilsPrick asparagus - instructionsfrequently asked QuestionsAsparagus is one of the most popular vegetables in Germany. The preparation of the sticks is easy and takes little time. However, pricking the asparagus is far more time-consuming and only works quickly with a little practice.In a nutshellPricking asparagus is exhausting, but not rocket sciencecorrect technology is crucialspecial tool makes work easierCare should be t...

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