Sweet potato brownie
Introduction If you love brownies but also enjoy adding a healthier twist to classic treats, this sweet potato brownie recipe is made for you. Sweet potatoes blend seamlessly into the batter, adding natural sweetness, moisture, and a soft, fudgy texture without overpowering the chocolate flavor. Paired with cocoa or dark chocolate, they create brownies that feel indulgent while using simple, wholesome ingredients you may already have in your kitchen. Whether you’re baking for family, guests, or just to satisfy a chocolate craving, these brownies strike the perfect balance between comfort and nourishment. Ingredients needed 2 medium sized sweet potato 1/4 cup of jaggery 1/4 cup of cocoa 1/4 tsp of…
What are tall leggy seedlings and how to fix them.
Certain seedlings don’t look very healthy when they grow. They look a bit leggy and weak. The main reason why these seedlings grow up in such a state is because they do not get enough sunlight. This happens for seeds that are grown indoors or those grown in shady locations. These thin leggy seedlings also lean a bit sideways to search for sunlight. Although these seedlings are leggy in the bottom they are heavy in the top part. This makes them more prone to wobbling or flipping over. You cannot fix leggy seedlings, the best thing to do is to prevent them from becoming even more weak and leggy. A…
How to grow portulaca from seeds in containers
Portulaca or moss rose is an annual that belongs to the Portulacaceae family. These flowers can be grown as an ornamental flower or as a ground cover. They come in a variety of colours like rose, white, red and yellow. They can grow up to 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide. These flowers are drought tolerant. Plus they are low-maintenance flowers. You can grow portulaca from seeds or from cuttings. Grow portulaca from seeds These flowers have shallow roots and can be grown in small containers. Portulaca seeds take 10 to 14 days to germinate. Portulaca can grow well in average soil conditions. You can either sow the seeds…
How to grow beetroot from seeds in containers.
Beetroots are cool-weather crops and there are many varieties of beetroots. The best variety of beetroot to sow is the variety that is bolt-resistant. Both the leaves as well as the roots of this vegetable are edible. You can grow beetroot from seeds. Growing conditions for Beetroot Beetroots need fertile well drained soil and lots of sunlight to grow well and give big bulbs. Beets prefer alkaline soil and can tolerate frost. The soil ph should be between 6 to 7. The optimum temperature for growing beets is between 18°C to 30°C( 64°F to 86°F). The best season to grow beetroots is between March to July. Grow beetroot from seeds…
Egg fried rice recipe
Introduction Egg fried rice is a classic comfort food that’s quick, satisfying, and full of simple flavors. It’s the kind of recipe you turn to when you want a homemade meal without spending too much time in the kitchen. Fluffy rice, gently scrambled eggs, and a few basic seasonings come together to create a dish that feels both light and filling. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, packing a lunch, or making a last-minute dinner, this egg fried rice is reliable, customizable, and always hits the spot. Ingredients needed Egg fried rice recipe 1.Take a frying pan add 1 tbsp of oil add the eggs and scramble them slightly. Add 1/4…
Best soil for raised bed gardens
Growing vegetables in raised bed gardens has several benefits. Raised beds are easier to work with, have good drainage and you can control the type of soil you put in it. If the soil in your garden is not great for cultivating vegetables then having raised bed gardens is a must. The standard size for a raised bed is 4 feet wide and 8 feet long. Filling raised beds with the right kind of soil, helps veggies to grow well. For filling the raised beds you will need a lot of soil. You can either take topsoil from your backyard where there are no plants or buy soil bags from…
How to get rid of fire ants in the garden naturally
When you have a backyard garden, one of the main things to look out for is that ants, particularly fire ants do not colonise your garden. Having ants in your garden has some benefits but too many of them can cause problems. For instance, fire ants can dig tunnels that aerate the soil. This helps your plants to get nutrients and water. At the same time, fire ants can feed on the tiny seedlings in your vegetable garden. Fire ant bites are very painful and can harm people who have sensitive skin. They can also expand their colonies which can be quite a nuisance. One of the main problems that…
5 Plants that repel snakes from your garden
You may have a garden that is properly maintained but rarely snakes can find their way to your gardens. Growing certain plants can help to repel snakes. Plants that repel snakes from your garden: 1. Lemongrass Lemongrass is a herb that belongs to the grass family. The stalks of lemongrass have the scent of lemons which snakes dislike. Planting them in your garden is a good way to repel snakes. Lemongrass is a perennial herb but it is not frost-tolerant. It grows fast when planted in a sunny location and it does not need much maintenance. Besides repelling snakes, lemongrass repels pests like aphids and mealy bugs. 2. Mother-in-laws tongue…
How to control rats in your garden
Having rats in your garden can be quite a problem. It can be frustrating to see your vegetables getting eaten up by rats overnight. Rats dig tunnels throughout your garden and kill your baby saplings. One of the main problems of having rats in your gardens is that they leave droppings in your garden. These droppings contain several pathogens and when they mix with water they end up infecting your plants. They can also infect humans and cause diseases. One of the other reasons to control rat infestations in your garden is that if rats find your garden too comfortable to live in, then they will start to come into…
Benefits of growing lemongrass in your garden
Lemongrass or Citronella is a herb that belongs to the grass family. There are 55 varieties of lemongrass but only two varieties are used for cooking and medicinal purposes. They are East Indian lemongrass and West Indian lemongrass. The east Indian lemongrass is native to India, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand. The west Indian lemongrass is native to Malaysia. Lemongrass is perennial but not frost-tolerant. It grows up to 5 feet tall and 2 feet wide. It can be planted in containers but it does not grow that tall. You can purchase lemongrass stalks from garden stores and plant them in your garden. Lemongrass grows quite fast when planted in a…
