Monthly Archives: February 2014

Harvest Monday, February 2014 – Update of Plants Under Grow Lights + A Forced Break

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Norma Chang

Pulled up the matured lettuce and scallions I had under the grow lights and transplanted the new seedlings. These new plants I started from seeds indoor were growing surprising well under the grow lights. Well not all. Tried 2 different varieties of arugula and neither did … Continue reading →

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Harvest Monday, February 17, 2014 – Kitchen Garden: Mung Beans Sprouts

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Norma Chang

Mung Beans Left, dried; right, after soaking overnight We had snow and more snow and more to come tomorrow. The snow bank is getting higher and higher. It will be a long, long time before any outdoor planting can take place. To help … Continue reading →

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Harvard University’s Glass Flowers Collection – Orchid, Iris, Lilies & More

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Norma Chang

Finally got around to going through my 4th group of Harvard University’s Glass flowers photos. It was challenging as there were so many beautiful specimens. Below are the ones I selected to publish. When viewing photos, keep in mind all the models are made … Continue reading →

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Kale & Chickpeas Sprout Soup

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Norma Chang

Different stages of Chickpeas Sprouts Can be eaten at any stage ∞ ∞ ∞ Recently, Karen of Back Road Journal posted “Caldo Verde, A Portuguese Kale Soup”. I had all the ingredients (kale and broth in my freezer, onion and garlic in … Continue reading →

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Harvest Monday, February 3, 2014 – Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) Sprouts + A Paleo Diet Question

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Norma Chang

Left, dry chick peas; right, soaked chick peas (after 8 hours) This is the time of year when I turn my attention to my kitchen garden, namely, growing sprouts. Which brings me to a paleo diet question. From what I understand, … Continue reading →

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