Archive for March, 2009

 
Mar
19
Posted (ashish) in Uncategorized on March-19-2009

Ready to harvest your homegrown herbs but aren’t sure how to best reap the rewards in your kitchen? Here’s a handy guide that will help match foods with the herbs that best complement their natural flavors.

Beef

Basil, bay, caraway, coriander, cumin, dill, marigold, marjoram, mint, sage, savories, tarragon and thyme (no rosemary)

Pork

Anise, basil, bergamot, chervil, coriander, cumin, dill, fennel, lemon balm, mint, marjoram, rosemary, sage, savories, tarragon and thyme.

Lamb

Mint, basil, bay, caraway, coriander, cumin, dill, lemon balm, hyssop, marjoram, rosemary, sage, savories or thyme.

Poultry

Chicken only: basil or bay is always good; also caraway, coriander, cumin, dill, lemon balm, marigold, marjoram, mint, rosemary and tarragon; for both sage and savories.
Turkey: thyme

Fish & Shellfish

Anise, basil, caraway, chives, coriander, dill, fennel, hyssop, lemon balm (excellent), marigold, marjoram, mint, parsley, rosemary, sage, savories, tarragon; shellfish and fish, rosemary, and thyme.

Breads & Cakes

Coriander, cumin, caraway, dill, marigold and marjoram, anise, fennel, lovage and rosemary.

Goose

Sage

Duck

Dill, mint, hyssop, rosemary, sage, savories, tarragon.

Eggs

Chives, dill, anise, basil, chervil, coriander, cumin, lemon balm, lovage, marjoram, mint, parsley, rosemary, sage, savories, tarragon or thyme.

Liver

Coriander, sage or tarragon.

Salads

Anise, basil, bergamot, borage, caraway, catmint, chervil, chickweed, chives, comfrey, coriander, cumin, dandelion, dill, elder, hyssop, lemon balm, marigold, mint, parsley, salad burnet, roses, sweet cicely, tarragon and thyme.

Soups

Anise, borage, chickweed, caraway, chives, cumin, dill, fennel, hyssop, lemon balm, lovage, marigold, marjoram, mint, salad burnet, stinging nettles, savories, tarragon, thyme.



 
Mar
17
Posted (ashish) in Article, Fertilizer, Root Crops, Yield on March-17-2009

(I am not linked to this site in any way)
I was reading about how to improve yield of plants such as carrots that grow underground (known as root crops), and aside from regular stuff about maintaining the required supply of different nutrients in the soil through rotation, I came across this site (on a forum, there were a couple of people recommending this site, so thought I will pass it on).
The site is called Gardens Alive and this specific page is about the Root Crops fertilizer (link to site).
From the site:

Root crops- such as onions, beets, carrots, potatoes and turnips- need the support of soil that’s rich in potassium and phosphorus. So we’ve packed Root Crops Alive! with these essential nutrients in just the right balance needed by root crops. And, unlike greensand-based fertilizers, the potassium in Root Crops Alive! is plant-based, so root crops benefit immediately.
Apply 2-3 lbs. per 100 sq. ft. when you prepare the soil, or side-dress when plants emerge to get greater coverage per pound. For best results, feed again in midseason.

I do not recommend or dismiss this item, just read about it and thought I will pass it along.



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