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| Caraway |
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Tuesday, March 11 2003 @ 10:27 AM
Contributed by: Admin
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Caraway
(Carum carvi) |
Description
Flat, white flowers. Finely cut leaves resembling those of the carrot. A biennial plant growing approx 30 inches. |
How to Grow
Plant in the fall/autumn, they will bear seed the following year. Not easily transplanted. Thin plants to 8 to 12 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart. Protect roots with mulch in winter. |
When to Pick
Pick approx a month after flowering. Cut leaves for drying before flowers open. Seeds will be grayish-brown in color. |
Use
Used these aromatic seeds in cooking. Hungarian-type dishes, coleslaw, cheese spreads, meat stews, and fish casseroles. |
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| Basil |
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Tuesday, March 11 2003 @ 09:58 AM
Contributed by: Admin
Views: 942
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 Herb
Basil
(Sweet) (Ocimum basilicum) |
Description
Light green fairly broad leaves. Small white flowers. Many species, one with purple leaves |
How to Grow
Grow from seed only after any danger of frost.
Pinch stems to promote compact, bushy growth. Avoid bushy grow-reduces the flavour |
When to Pick
Pick approx 6 weeks after planting. Cut leaves for drying before flowers open. |
Use
Used in cooking especially tomato dishes. |
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