Warm-climate gardens can yield fresh winter flavors like ginger and lemongrass, enhancing meals and soothing drinks with simple care.
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Benefits of Gardening, Citrus fruits, Harvesting ripe fruits, Herbs & Spices, Root Plants, Winter gardening in the subtropics
The five-leaf yam thrives in wet conditions, providing edible parts but requiring cooking to eliminate toxins; growth has been exceptional.
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Gallery, Root Plants, What is thriving this season?
Liquorice, or Glycyrrhiza glabra, thrives in sunny, well-drained soil and is harvested in winter for various uses.
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Herbs & Spices, Plant propagation, Root Plants
Transplanting sunchokes in the rainy season improves recovery and yield, especially with a balanced soil mix for better drainage.
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Gallery, Plant propagation, Potted Plants, Rainy season gardening in the subtropics, Root Plants
Discover the essential steps for germinating and growing Sacred Lotus from seed to ensure healthy, thriving aquatic garden plants.
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Gallery, Plant propagation, Potted Plants, Root Plants, What is thriving this season?
Storing seeds is vital for food continuity amid harsh weather. Sprouted fleshy seeds can survive several months if stored properly, preventing loss during adverse conditions. #LoveHomeGrown
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Plant propagation, Root Plants
This winter saw lower temperatures than last year but was short and ended abruptly. Indoor temperatures remained warm, leading root seeds near the stove to germinate. Certain crops are thriving in polybags. Future planting plans include galangal, ginger, and turmeric. #LoveHomeGrown.
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Plant propagation, Root Plants, Spring and Summer Gardening in the Subtropics
Arrowroot, a perennial herbaceous vegetable native to Mexico, Central and South America, is valued for its starchy root, which is processed into arrowroot flour. Rich in protein and complex carbohydrates, this gluten-free flour is easy to digest and has various culinary and medicinal uses, making it a versatile addition to gardens.
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Root Plants, Vegetables, What is thriving this season?
Ginger, Galangal and Turmeric are spice plants related on the same family. The plants have distinct features and productivity, with Galangal yielding the largest harvest. They can handle less ideal conditions including clay soils and pots, but thrive best in sandy soils rich in organic matter. The author encourages sharing experiences of growing ginger in specific regions.
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Herbs & Spices, Root Plants, What is thriving this season?