Microgreens are vegetable greens harvested after cotyledon leaves develop. They range in size from 1 to 3 inches including stem and leaves. Have one pair of small, partially developed true leaves. Typically contain five times more vitamins and carotenoids than mature plants
Tree reaches 100-120 ft height with 3-5 ft thick trunk. Bark has reddish tinge, especially in crown. Leaves are grey-green, 11/2-4 in. long in pairs. Cones are conical to ovoid, 1-21/2 in. long
Lettuces belong to Lactuca sativa genus, named for white latex. Best grown in spring and early summer, available year-round in some climates. Salad greens offer wide range of textures, colors, and flavors
Vegetables should be planted in May-June when temperatures exceed 75°F. Fruit trees need 12,000 square feet for 4-person family. Winter grains like rye thrive in cold climates. Root vegetables like potatoes should be planted in July-August
Gourds are hard-shelled fruits from the Cucurbitaceae family. There are 975 species of gourds, including bottle, snake, and apple varieties. Early Egyptians used gourd water bottles 4,000 years ago
Dwarf evergreen shrub reaching 10-30cm height with dense mat of stems. Native to circumboreal regions, Asia, and North America. Found in various habitats up to 1,800 meters elevation