Veggies In The Garden
The charm of home gardens extends beyond just reaping the fruits of your labour, it also allows you to savour the vegetables grown from it! With some effort, you can cultivate a variety of vegetables in your kitchen or home garden, proving to be beneficial during crucial times.
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Tomato
Tomatoes are the simplest vegetable plants to cultivate at home. Both the salad and cherry tomato varieties flourish remarkably well in Indian climates, particularly in warm weather.
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Chilly
Chillies, a staple in many Indian cuisines, can be effortlessly cultivated in various settings - from kitchen gardens to terraces and balconies. To grow chillies, one simply needs to sow the seeds extracted from a chilly into nutrient-rich soil. Ensuring the plant receives ample sunlight will promote healthy growth.
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Spinach
Spinach cultivation is ideally suited for spacious terraces or outdoor gardens. The plant thrives in cooler temperatures and partial shade.
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Okra
Okra, also known as bhindi, is a vegetable that grows easily in the warm Indian climate. It necessitates full exposure to sunlight. To cultivate okra, procure a robust stem or cutting of the plant and plant it in fertile soil mixed with a substantial quantity of cocopeat.
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Brinjal
Brinjal, a favourite vegetable across India, necessitates ample space for growth. For home cultivation, it is recommended to opt for seeds or cuttings of the smaller varieties over the taller counterparts to ensure appropriate accommodation.
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Cucumber
With the onset of summer, the popularity of cucumbers surges in India. Interestingly, cucumbers are not challenging to cultivate in the country, even in a terrace garden setting. Individuals who practice cucumber farming often employ vertical trellising techniques.
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Coriander
Coriander, an essential herb in Indian cuisine, can be cultivated all year round. It thrives in cooler climates and partial shade, which prevents the leaves from wilting prematurely before harvest.
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Mint
Mint, a crucial herb in Indian cuisine, is not just limited to enhancing food flavours but also serves as a refreshing ingredient in beverages like mojitos and infused waters. Cultivating mint is a straightforward process that demands a healthy stem cutting with roots undamaged.
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Radish
Radishes, known for their rapid growth, are ideal for cultivation in Indian home gardens. These vegetables thrive in cool climates and require well-drained soil for optimal growth. The most effective method of growing radishes involves sowing the seeds directly into the ground and subsequently thinning them out to ensure appropriate spacing.
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