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Watermelon - Moon & Stars
The Watermelon Moom & Stars, 'Citrullus lanatus', is an old Amish heirloom recently rediscovered in rural Missouri. The yellow dots look like stars scattered among larger moons on a very dark green rind and on the foliage. This genetic defect in the pigmentation makes it the most interesting looking watermelon around and has no effect on the very sweet, red, and absolutely delicious flesh. The oval melons weight between 25 and 40 pounds. The vines spread from 6 to 10 feet long. Plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks after the last frost. The soil should be light and well drained. Watermelon use a lot of water but the soil must never be soggy. Watermelon ripens in about 35 days after the flowers are pollinated by bees. Fertilize lightly every 4 to 6 weeks. ... find out more
Orach - Red - Burgundy The Burgandy Orach makes a pretty backdrop in flower beds and it has the mild, edible spinach-like leaves. Orach is an old kitchen garden vegetable grown by American settlers, deserves more attention. Italians used it in pasta and the French and English used it as a side dish and in stews and soups. The Orach is also known as Mountain Spinach or French Spinach. Plant in early spring, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost date. Orach prefers light, textured, fertile, moist, and well drained soil. The best and most tender leaves are the ones from the top of the plant and/or from young plants. |
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