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What plants to grow in warm climate?

pano — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:28 +0000

I have a 3 meter by 1 meter outdoor area attached to my kitchen, paved, and has restricted sun access because it is roofed and has a wooden panel that looks like this http://www.tradeindia.com/selloffer/2571690/Punched-Hole.html

Enough sunlight peaks through the grooves but the direct sunlight is limited to 2 hours a day max.

This is in a sea country in the Middle East, so it is hot and humid in summer, warm to slightly cool in the evenings in winter. It is winter now, and there is no humidity. Temp around 28 -23 C.

I want to turn this area into a herb and vegetable garden. What types of herbs and vegetables could I grow under the above conditions? (baring in mind the current season).

Many thanks,
Z

Another story. Tell me what you think.?

pano — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:00:14 +0000

Today I didn’t know what happened to me. I was just running in the woods. It was dark and stormy. I slipped on some mud and hit my head. All I can remember was an old lady grabbing me by the hand and took me to her house.

Chapter 1
"Your awake Stella." the lady said "I’m Ms. Gomez." "Hello, Where am I?" I said. "Why’d you call me Stella ma’am?" "Well is says on your wristband. Poor thing you, I found you in a dirty dress just laying on the ground. Good thing Coco found you." "Coco?" "My dog." The old lady went to the kitchen and got some hot tomato soup and some green tea. She told me to eat up. The tea is delicious. Thanks Ms. Gomez." "Just call me Maria." she said. She told me she grew the herbs that was in this tea. She pointed to her garden where she grew all sorts of herbs, vegetables and fruit. After the meal she took the bowl and cup of tea and told me to get some rest. After she left I started to cry. I didnt know where I came from. I don’t even know my own name. I cried to sleep.

First of all I’m only 11 so don’t say
"this is a piece if s**t"

What kinds of plants are ideal for a container garden?

pano — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:11:12 +0000

They should be sun- and heat-loving, because most of them will be on the balcony or on the roof. A few small ones could be shade-loving.
I would prefer it if they all had some practical uses, such as vegetables or herbs.
Here are some that I’m planning on growing, to give you an idea of the sort of thing I want: Aloe vera, mint, cherry tomatoes, blueberries, green beans and peas, onions and garlic, lemon trees, carrots and lettuce.
Thanks in advance

I have a 13×13(?) foot plot in a community garden. Can you help me plan what to plant?

pano — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:22:28 +0000

I want green peppers, tomatoes..at this point I get lost. It does get full sun. I might also get a 2nd plot.

Are there vegetables that grow better together, and some that cannot be grown with others? Just help with planning a basic garden…no herbs, don’t have the experience. Help?

Can I also plant flowers? I know some are edible, which ones?

Thank you so much..I am quite excited about this.

Oh…this area got hit by tomato blight last year. So far the year has been unnaturally damp. Should I forgo tomatoes altogether?

My dad put pest moss and manure in his garden. Should I? I don’t know the PH, its in a lot where a building was tore down; lots of bits of crumbled brick, etc, in the soil.
Thanks for all the help!

Starting my first garden in July?

pano — Sat, 21 May 2011 07:13:38 +0000

I live in South Texas, and in July I plan on starting a garden. I am not sure yet if it will be flowers, herbs, vegetables, etc. What are the easiest plants to start with when creating a garden? Any tips on starting my first garden?

What are some perrenial garden herbs I can plant?

pano — Wed, 11 May 2011 04:32:49 +0000

Me and my sister are starting a little hobby where we grow vegetables, fruits, and herbs every year. It’s very fun, but every year, some of the plants don’t show up that were there last year. Can you suggest some perennial plants (meaning they come back every year) that I can plant, so every year in addition to adding more plants to the edible garden, last years’ will also sproud. That way my garden will get bigger and bigger every year!

Is "Uncle Ben's Risotto Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables" vegetarian?

pano — Mon, 09 May 2011 22:06:35 +0000

Ingredients:
Cooked Rice (71%), Roasted Vegetables (Red Peppers, Green Peppers, Courgettes, Onions) (11%), Tomatoes (7%), Tomato Paste (4%), Sunflower Oil, Cheese (Parmesan), Vegetable Bouillon (contains Celery), Sugar, Roasted Onion Paste (Onions, Sunflower Oil, Salt), Garlic, Salt, Yeast Extract, Onion Powder, Herbs, Spices

No where on the pack does it say that it’s suitable for vegetarians.
I’m a bit suspicious as it has Parmesan.

Is there a vitamin supplement/herb/something that you can take to help prevent bruising?

pano — Wed, 04 May 2011 21:27:39 +0000

I have giant bruises all over my body and I, generally, have no idea how I got the bruises. It’s embarrassing, painful and just plain ugly. I take iron supplements but it does not seem to help. I put arnica ointment on the bruises once I have them, and that helps… but is there any way I can prevent them? I am not doing anything outrageous that would warrant bruises like this… just everyday activities. Suggestions? Oh… when I go to the doctor for tests, they have huge problems drawing blood… I’m sure this is related.
I am a vegetarian and have been for 17 years… I’ve ALWAYS been this way. I do eat alot of vegetables… and I would argue that I get more protein from soy/tofu/seitan than most meat eaters… but I still bruise like crazy. In fact, all of the women in my family do… but surely there is SOMETHING that can be done?

How to choose health products that efficient and affordable?

pano — Mon, 02 May 2011 02:25:14 +0000

i’ve been joining a health product association more than 3 years already but i only ate a few quantity of product because i find it very expensive but somehow i can feel the effectiveness of the product.is there any product out there which is effective, affordable, organic,wholesome &etc. or can we buy the herbs ourself and boil the herbs before consuming.is that also effective compare to prepared in pill or other form found in market.actually i know money cannot buy health but if we spend to much on health product that eventually distubing other aspects of our life than it would be meaningless as well, is it. so i want to find economical way to take care of my family health.

maybe some of you would say eat less cholesterol, exercise more ,eat less junk food , eat more fiber or vegetables, sleep well and do not stress too much but nowadays those mentioned ways only partly worked we still need other kind of supplements to take care of our complex body.

A natural way or home remedy for keeping bugs off my plants?

pano — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 02:25:17 +0000

i have a little space in my backyard where i am currently growing a variety of fruit, herbs, and vegetables. one of the vegetables i am growing are bush beans and they getting eaten up and by what i do not know. does anyone know a safe and natural way to i guess protect them?