Grow Orange Thyme from seeds in Singapore

ORANGE THYME FROM SEEDS

      This thyme has a hint of citrus which explodes on one’s palate.   Seeds were relatively easy and fast to germinate. They were sowed on May 26 2020 at 5.19 pm and sprouted on May 28. True leaf peeked on May 29.     These are interesting thyme with a sweet orange […]

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Grow Bloody Dock Sorrel from seeds in Singapore

DOCK BLOODY SORREL

    What we love about this perennial herb is that the tart lemon tasting leaves retain this unique flavor even when the heat is applied and of course, its pretty colors. The name probably comes from these bloody veined appearance on the leaves. Dock Bloody Sorrel originated in the Mediterranean region and are used […]

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Grow basil varieties from seeds in Singapore

BASIL FROM SEEDS

    There is an astonishing array of basil that can easily be grown from seeds (or cutting if available) for our culinary exploration. Some examples are –   Sweet Italian Basil, also known as GENOVESE basil Lemon Basil (excellent in cold teas or chilled beverages on a hot day) Mrs. Burns Lemon Basil (anti – […]

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Grow Perilla or Shiso from seeds in containers
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PERILLA or SHISO FROM SEEDS

      Not all shiso tastes the same. In our kitchen, we find there are culinary differences between the Japanese and Korean Shiso and thus we used them differently. In the former (Japanese,青しそ, ao-jiso ), the leaves are thinner and the taste is suitable even for young children’s salads. Eaten raw, the minty flavor […]

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Grow Italian Flat Leaf or curly Parsley from seeds in containers

WESTERN PARSLEY

    Lest we get confused with Chinese Parsley, which tastes like celery,  these so-called “Western” Parsley are Curly leaf (English) and Italian Flat Leaf Parsley. As this herb is a biennial, meaning it will bolt (flower) in the second year and then died, we much preferred growing them from seeds than buying from the […]

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Golden Purslane Plant care

Powerhouse Golden Purslane

    Although Purslane is considered a weed in many countries, it nonetheless packed a powerhouse of nutrients for salads lovers. The health benefits include high omega 3 fatty acids (helps lower cholesterol), natural antioxidants,  Vitamin A, B, C, iron, magnesium, calcium, and potassium. Native to Asia, purslane is now enjoyed widely for its nutrition and […]

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Vertical Edibles Gardens in Containers

Vertical Container Gardens

    Our indoor gardens are often challenged by limited space and sun but it is still pleasant to live surrounded by plants we love. Since 2015 to accommodate our expanding strawberry garden, we grew vertically on our windows as well as horizontally on tables by the windows. We made pots out of recycled PET (  polyethylene […]

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Grow Coriander or Cilantro from seeds in Singapore

Coriander – Grow from seeds

    I love this aromatic herb for many reasons. It adds flavor to any dishes and packed a punch in health benefits. Coriander or Cilantro’s health benefits – Reduce levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) and increasing levels of HDL Lower blood sugar and pressure improve bowel movement Rich in vitamin C, K, and protein […]

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