Category: Vegetables

Can I Dehydrate Swiss Chard?

You can freeze, refrigerate, can, or dehydrate Swiss chard. How do you dehydrate chard? How to Dehydrate Swiss Chard Pick chard. Wash chard. Dry chard. Cut chard into 4 inch pieces. Lay chard flat on trays. Turn dehydrator on {it took 3 hours at 135 degrees for me} Cool chard. Store chard in a dark […]

Is Chard Poisonous To Birds?

Yes! Swiss chard is a great option for parrots. Standard swiss chard has a red stem and big green leaves, but there’s also chard with white and golden stems that is often sold as rainbow chard and all are a nutritious vegetable to add to your parrot’s diet. Do birds eat Swiss chard? I love […]

Do Goldfinches Eat Chard?

Loads of anecdotal evidence that goldfinches are enjoying Swiss chard in lots of gardens around the country. You might say that pokes holes in this venerable institutuion’s knowledge of goldfinch behavior. Can birds eat chard? Yes! Swiss chard is a great option for parrots. Standard swiss chard has a red stem and big green leaves, […]

Do Pigeons Eat Chard?

I’ve never had a problem with pigeons till this year. They’ve eaten kale, cabbage, pak choi and chard so I’ve had to net just about everything including new sowings as they’ve been pulling seedlings out as well!! Do birds eat Swiss chard? I love planting lettuce, spinach, swiss chard, beets, broccoli, peas, cabbage, and cauliflower, […]

Do Birds Eat Swiss Chard?

I love planting lettuce, spinach, swiss chard, beets, broccoli, peas, cabbage, and cauliflower, but the birds eat them as soon as they sprout. What is eating my Swiss chard? Some, such as blister beetles, love the veggie, as do leaf miner larvae. Lygus bugs and their nymphs feed on the leaves and the buds of […]

Is Chard In The Brassica Family?

Chard is not a member of the brassica family nor is closely related to the brassicas. It comes from a separate family called chenpodiaceae and within that family, it is from the beta genus. Other members of this genus include beetroot and sugarbeet. What family does chard belong to? Chard is grown for its edible […]

Are Field Turnips Edible?

Turnips mixed with annual ryegrass and other cereal grains make a good fall feed when broadcast into corn or soybeans before harvest. The turnip tops and bulbs are both edible, highly digestible and a good source of sulfur. Are turnips poisonous? TURNIPS. Turnips are a common ingredient in soups and stews. Due to their high […]

Will Purple Top Turnips Grow In Shade?

Light Requirements for Growing Turnips Turnips grow best in full sun, and the more sunlight they get, the better. Sunlight is energy, and more energy means faster growth, more lush turnip greens (which are also edible!) and more energy going into the roots, forming large, juicy turnips. How much sun do purple top turnips need? […]

Are Navy Beans Edible?

Navy beans are a common ingredient in numerous dishes, including: 1. Simmered with flavorings: The most common way to eat most beans is as a simple, flavor-packed side dish. Simmer the navy beans in a large pot (or a pressure cooker) with several cups of water and the flavors and veggies of your choice. Can […]

Can You Grow Store Bought Navy Beans?

Dried store bought beans can also be used for growing navy beans. Just pick out the largest, healthiest looking seeds. Can you grow beans from store bought beans? Can you sprout dried beans from the grocery store? You can indeed sprout beans from the grocery store. However, there are viability concerns to consider; only dry […]

Are Navy Beans Hard To Grow?

The most important point about growing beans is not to plant them too early. They will rot in cool, damp soil. Even so, many beans require a long growing season of 80 days or more. How to Grow Navy Beans | Guide to Growing Navy Beans. Seed Starting Guide Seed Starting A-Z Calendar Growing Tomatoes […]