Carrot history Domestic carrots have changed a lot since they were first bred from wild carrots. Although they can still cross with wild ones, they are very different. The wild carrot root was refined by farmers thousands of years ago to create a large, smooth, sweet...
Allspice: an aromatic plant and culinary powerhouse The berries of the Pimenta officinalis tree, an evergreen, are dried to create true allspice. The most common variety of Pimenta dioica is grown in moderate climates. People often think that the spice...
Caraway is a versatile herb that can be used in many different dishes. The umbellifer, or wild caraway, is an important spice and medicinal herb. Its fruits have been used for more than 3000 years in the kitchen for baking bread or for many cabbage dishes. Caraway oil...
As an urban or suburban farmer, you will need to learn how to get the most out of your small backyard. With limited space, you will have to be creative in order to have a successful harvest. If you're someone who likes to spend time outdoors entertaining or using your...
If you want to improve your garden this year, you should build a compost pile. Composting will improve your soil quality no matter what kind of climate or garden you have. This will lead to healthier plants. Compost is beneficial to the soil in a number of ways:...
