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Plant Name: Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)Okra is one of the rarely loved vegetables out there because of its sliminess. But I hope by reading this blog, you'll reconsider eating it and growing your own!Okra is a very unique vegetable because it has protein content, which most of the other vegetables do not have. It is also a good source of Vitamin C, which helps build a strong immune system to fight illnesses. A very important Vitamin in blood clotting, Vitamin K is also contained in these green pods. Aside from these, okra is low in calories but high in antioxidants which...

Plant Name: Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)Tomatoes, a botanically classified fruit, but considered as a vegetable by nutritionists and most of us. Yummy as it is or as an ingredient of a dish, they are a common item on our market shopping list.Tomatoes are mostly water, are a great source of carbs that are mainly simple sugars and insoluble fibers. It is the major dietary source of lycopene, the antioxidant that is linked to reduce the risk of some diseases like cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Tomatoes are also a great source of Vitamin C that helps the immune system to fight illnesses....

Plant Name: Pechay Brassica rapa subsp. chinensisOther Names: bok choy, pak choi, Chinese white cabbagePechay, a common ingredient of soups, can also be enjoyed simply by stir-frying or as pechay guisado with some oyster sauce. This versatile vegetable is a good source of Potassium that aids in physical mobility, especially the optimal use of the muscles. Pechay also has traces of calcium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, vitamin K, and magnesium which all contribute to keeping the skeletal system functioning well. It is also rich in Vitamin C that boosts the immune system, the defense of the body against harmful viruses and...

Some people would say, "bed-weather days are here, time to cuddle up!" While garden tribes would echo, "rainy days are here! It's time to plant!" Great is this season for planting, but this can also pose some problems to vegetable plants. Keep the vibe, we can be proactive and check on the things that we should pay attention to when gardening during the rainy season.1. Consider planting your greensSalad greens like spinach and lettuce love the wet condition brought by the rainy days. It's the perfect time to grow them during these days so you could enjoy your fresh salads...

For many, gardening means picking flowers or designing a dish of different succulents. But you can take your gardening to a new level wherein you could also feed your family, and even save money! Vegetable gardening is the way to go! Unsurprisingly, the hobby of growing vegetables has been more popular these days because people spend more time at home. But some people living in the Metro find it hard to start because of lack of space. Fret no more because you can be resourceful by growing your vegetable garden--in containers! You can start by buying pots, or decluttering your house...