Epazote is native to southern Mexico, Central and South America. It typically grows as an annual or short lived perennial and reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet. The leaves are oblong in shape, 4 to 5 inches in length. Often used to flavor bean dishes, it is thought to...
One of many members of the nightshade family, Japanese eggplant has a dark purple skin and is cylindrical in shape. Select fruits that are from 5 to 8 inches in length, these will be tender and sweet. Like all eggplant, overly large, well matured fruit will have more...
Indian eggplant is a member of a fairly large family, and like all eggplants, it is related to the tobacco plant. Fruits are egg shaped and egg sized! Typically, the diameter of Indian eggplant ranges from 2 to 2.5 inches. The skin is usually dark purple and the fruit...
Have you tried Chinese Eggplant yet? If not, you’re in for a treat. Considered to have the most delicate flavor of all eggplant varieties, Chinese eggplants are virtually seedless and deliver a sweet and meaty taste. Surrounded by tender skin, they are perfect...
Flowers have always been pleasing to the eye, but pleasing to the taste buds? More and more, edible flowers are becoming popular as a gourmet treat. Typically greenhouse grown for human consumption, edible flowers are very safe to eat. Chemical and pesticide free,...
