Quick answer: Legumes are technically a type of vegetable — but they come specifically from the seed of plants in the Fabaceae family. Vegetables can be any edible part of a plant (leaves, roots, stems, flowers). Legumes are always seeds. That means all legumes can be called … [Read more...]
The Secret Language of Flowers: A-Z Dictionary of Flower Meanings & Symbolism
Flowers have carried secret meanings for centuries. The Victorians elevated this into an art form called floriography — a coded language where a carefully chosen bouquet could express what polite society wouldn’t allow you to say out loud. A red rose meant deep love. Yellow … [Read more...]
Which Plants Like Coffee Grounds (And Which Don’t) — A Complete Guide
by Erin Marissa Russell LISTEN TO ARTICLE: Coffee grounds are one of the most misunderstood gardening tools. You may have heard the tip about putting them in your garden — but here’s the catch: coffee grounds are acidic, and they only benefit plants that prefer acidic … [Read more...]
How Often to Water Lettuce — By Growth Stage, Season & Container
QUESTION: How often should I water my lettuce? Should I water my lettuce every day? —Paula W. ANSWER: Lettuce should be watered not daily but instead about twice a week, or once every four or five days, for most of its growing period. It will need to be watered lightly but … [Read more...]
Can You Eat Cauliflower With Black Spots?
Question: Can you eat cauliflower with black spots? Is it going bad? -Heather G. Answer: Yes, cauliflower with small brown or black spots is often still safe to eat, but it depends on the severity of the discoloration. Cauliflower naturally develops light brown … [Read more...]
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