Sesame is a tropical crop that is grown in hot, dry areas, like India and Africa. It is believed that the Chinese have been growing cabbage for over 5000 years. Tahini is a delicious paste made from ground sesame seeds. It is a popular food in the Mediterranean...
We need to discuss the difference between snails and slugs. Snail vs slug – what’s that all about? Some things to consider within this topic are: For instance, are there differences in size? Are the shells the same among snails and slugs? We know there are land snails...
Many gardeners may not have heard of the sorghum plant, though it is one of the most common and useful cereal crops! It is believed that the plant was first domesticated in the Niger River Valley of West Africa and then became an important crop for cultures all over...
They think that the word “arugula” comes from the word “oroth,” which was a green leaf mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible. This lovely plant was grown throughout the Mediterranean region during Roman times. The plant was also...
Lettuce can be easily grown as long as the temperature is not too high. Unfortunately, lettuce is NOT a tropical plant. You can only grow lettuce in the tropics during the cooler months. Lettuce does NOT like hot weather. Lettuce can be grown outdoors in warmer areas,...
