Harvesting Rhubarb: When Is Harvest Time And How To Do It?

Harvesting Rhubarb: When Is Harvest Time And How To Do It?

Rhubarb is a seasonal vegetable. Due to the increasing oxalic acid content, many people are uncertain how long the stalks can be harvested. Rhubarb ( Rheum rhabarbarum ) is mainly on the menu in spring and early summer – then it is traditionally rhubarb season and therefore also harvest time. In this article, we will…

Spiced Fennel: Cultivation and Care of Foeniculum Vulgare

Spiced Fennel: Cultivation and Care of Foeniculum Vulgare

Spiced fennel was already used as a medicinal and culinary herb in ancient times. The large yellow flower umbels of the vigorous perennial are real eye-catchers. The filigree leaves of the spiced fennel ( Foeniculum vulgare var. Dulce ) give many dishes an aromatic taste. The seeds have also long been valued for their healing…

Pear ‘Gräfin Von Paris’: pollinator, harvest time & storage

Pear ‘Gräfin Von Paris’: pollinator, harvest time & storage

The ‘Countess of Paris’ winter pear is widespread and very popular with professionals. We’ll tell you everything you need to know about the pear variety in the garden at home. The ‘Countess of Paris’ pear is a demanding, but tasty variety [Photo: Manfred Rucksackzio / Shutterstock.com] The ‘Countess of Paris’ pear has a long tradition…

Red Potatoes: Varieties, Cultivation & Uses Of Red-Skinned

Red Potatoes: Varieties, Cultivation & Uses Of Red-Skinned

Red potatoes bring a special color accent to the garden and the kitchen. We present the most beautiful red potato varieties and give tips on cultivation and harvest. Potatoes ( Solanum tuberosum ) are becoming more and more popular, especially with hobby growers, and particularly colorful tubers are planted with growing enthusiasm. Red potatoes come…