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Recall our last post, where we carefully separated the two sprouts and labeled them A and B? We highlighted the incredible potential of sprout B, showing its compact structure and remarkable growth capabilities, which make it a powerhouse in its own right. Today, we’re excited to share the next chapter in this growth story, asContinue reading “The Amazing Transformation of Sprout A”

Seed2Seed:  Know your Kashmiri Rajma/Kidney bean through leaves and flowers. The origin of rajma, also known as kidney bean, is Mexico. It was introduced to India by the Portuguese via Europe. Over time, the Kashmiri/Jammu rajma evolved from the regular kidney bean due to geographical and climatic conditions. Kashmiri rajma, is smaller in size, brighterContinue reading “Rajma Plant”

How the leaves come out from the sprouts In one of our last posts, we separated and planted the sprouts, watching them grow into full-fledged onion plants. But have you ever stopped to think about what makes these sprouts so special? Today, we’re going to take a closer look at these tiny wonders and uncoverContinue reading “Sprouts: The Tiny Powerhouses”

Sprouting: A New Chapter in an Onion’s Life Today, we’re going to explore the transformation of an onion bud into a sprout. To do this, let’s cut open an onion lengthwise. This will give us a clear view of all the different parts, including the roots, stem, fleshy leaves, inner buds, and papery covering. Luckily,Continue reading “From Buds to Sprouts: The Onion’s Transformation”

In our previous post, we observed two sprouts grow into thriving onion plants, revealing the intricate beauty of nature’s design. The onion plant’s simplicity belies its remarkable complexity, with just a few leaves working in harmony to perform all essential functions. Each leaf plays a unique role, whether it’s green and photosynthetic, white and storage-rich,Continue reading “Uncovering the Onion’s Hidden Harmony”

It’s only natural for an onion to sprout, much like a seed germinating into new life. As the onion sprouts, green leaves emerge, and by peeling back the layers, you can discover the hidden sprouts. Recall our previous exploration, where we found that each onion contains at least 2-5 buds, each with the potential toContinue reading “From Sprouts to Plants”

In this post, we’ll embark on a journey to explore the onion’s layers. We’ll carefully peel away each layer, one by one, to discover what’s inside. Luckily, most onions have only a couple of papery skin layers left by the time they reach our kitchens, so we won’t have to peel too far. As weContinue reading “Layer by Layer: Uncover the Onion’s Secrets!”

In my previous post, I shared a big mistake: not separating individual sprouts. When we planted the whole onion with sprouts (each sprout was a plant), and each plant had to compete for space inside the onion, hindering their growth. But how did I realize each sprout was a separate plant? Let’s explore the onion’sContinue reading “Exploring the Structure of an Onion”

One day, I stumbled upon a sprouted onion in my kitchen. Excitement took over, and I quickly planted it in a pot on my balcony. Before long, beautiful sprouts began to emerge, growing rapidly into lush plants with luxuriant leaves. I even used a few of the leaves in my cooking! As the plants grew,Continue reading “A Sprouted Onion’s Suprise”

The Humble Onion: A Tribute to Vincent van Gogh and the Flavours of Dal Onions are a fundamental ingredient in many Indian recipes, including dal. But have you ever stopped to think about the significance of onions in our cooking? From adding flavour and texture to representing health and wellness, onions play a vital roleContinue reading “Onion”