Urban gardening might seem fairly innocuous when it comes to its overall carbon footprint, but when compared to conventional agriculture, a study released earlier this year would suggest otherwise. The study, published in January in the science journal Nature, found the carbon footprint of food from urban agriculture is six times greater than conventional agriculture. But there are … Read more
Lettuce She said lettuce seeds are very cheap and will give you an abundance of the leafy vegetable. They grow well in pots, and they can be grown in the sunlight or the shade. “Lettuce is very cheap, very easy and very quick to grow,” Kia said. Don’t miss… Chillies That one may be surprising, … Read more
Asparagus is often hailed as a favourite spring vegetable, but it doesn’t always last long in the fridge. Thankfully, Martha Stewart has a helpful “herb storage method” that she uses on asparagus to keep them fresh for days more. Before bringing the asparagus home from the store or farmers’ market, opt for the freshest bunch … Read more
