Archive for the ‘herbs’ Category

How to grow garlic

Written by: adekun on 18 September, 2008 10:31 pm - Filed under: herbs — 8 Comments »

Garlic is an undemanding herb to grow. Sticking a few cloves in the ground and waiting should suffice. In spite of this, the title of this entry is perhaps equally a question. I wanted to jot down a few thoughts for reference; to clarify or simplify. My objective is to be self sufficient in garlic. Japanese grown garlic sells for ¥400 a head, it makes a valuable commodity. (continue reading…)

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Garlic Chives

Written by: adekun on 27 October, 2007 8:07 am - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

Will be transferring a clump once the typhoon weather has calmed up. These have a mild garlic flavour and a popular addition in asian cuisine.

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Mitsuba

Written by: adekun on 4 May, 2007 7:14 am - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

I really like the taste of mitsuba. It makes a good addition to soups as well as salads. It is similar in appearance and taste to flat leaf parsley but with a fresh celery flavour. I’ve just transplanted a couple of plants to a patch with a little shade.

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Oregano

Written by: adekun on 2 April, 2007 1:50 pm - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

I thought this would make a nice addition to the Thyme, Rosemary & Basil.

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Basil

Written by: adekun on 30 March, 2007 4:14 am - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

Same as the Anchusa, it rained very heavy after transplanting. Shame as I really like Basil.

Fortunately the couple who sold me the first plant gave me a dozen plants towards the end of the season.
Trying again, Mar-07.

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Lemon Balm

Written by: adekun on 4:14 am - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

I would like to think I am going to use this in the future. In addition to many medicinal properties it makes a good tea. Planted end of March 07.

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Chevil

Written by: adekun on 25 January, 2007 3:44 pm - Filed under: herbs — No Comments »

One day I got a bit carried away weeding. I didn’t realise until a few days later. I had hoped to use Chervil in a few French dishes.
In place of it, I’ve been using young carrot tops in Miso soup. Still, it is missed and hopefully I will be less clumsy next time.

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