Compact Garden
For many years, gardeners have debated which type of orchard is better: standard or dwarf trees. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. My neighbor once complained, “There are pears, but…
For many years, gardeners have debated which type of orchard is better: standard or dwarf trees. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. My neighbor once complained, “There are pears, but…
Is your man complaining that life is boring, that work is exhausting, and are you finding yourselves in conflicts? Often, this can be attributed to what doctors refer to as…
You’ve made the firm decision to lose weight. Where to start? First and foremost, with self-control. And also by familiarizing yourself with the chart we’ve provided below. You’ll discover some…
– Astrology, literally translated as “the science of stars,” is the result of years of observation regarding the positions of stars and planets and the events they influence. Astrologers use…
How can you maximize your harvest from a small plot of land? Let’s talk about vertical gardening techniques for tomatoes and cucumbers. Tomatoes. For commercial cultivation, you need varieties that…
– Carp – 2.2 lbs – Sour cream – 14 oz – Onion – 1 – Garlic – 3 cloves – Lemon and dill – to taste – Salt and…
Preventing Glass from Freezing. Late in the fall, before you insulate your windows, it’s a good idea to clean the glass. Add a few drops of glycerin to the water…
It can be found on almost all plants, particularly targeting tender greens. In specialty stores, you can purchase anabasine or nicotine sulfate. Use this solution (instructions for dilution are provided…
It’s been proven: in spring, cacti need to be repotted to replace compacted soil with a lighter mix. Succulents—fleshy plants, including cacti—come from various parts of the world, which means…
Pay more attention to your posture. When you spend long hours working at a desk, slouching and pulling your neck in, your lungs get compressed, reducing the amount of air…
In folk traditions, blackberries are often referred to as “deaf raspberries” or “blueberries.” This bushy plant thrives among shrubs in forests, particularly near swamps, along riverbanks, and in damp areas.…
To save on gas, especially for those using gas canisters, consider these seemingly minor details. In a wide, flat-bottomed pot, liquids boil faster, while in a tall, narrow one, they…
The warm May sun is shining generously. Many are already eyeing their suitcases: vacation time is just around the corner. Those preparing to welcome holidaymakers at their vacation homes, while…
Wash the lettuce leaves, roughly chop them, and place them in a salad bowl, drizzling with the dressing. To make the dressing, mash the garlic with salt and sugar, then…
This rare perennial plant is still relatively uncommon in our region. Its fruits are plum-shaped and light orange in color, offering a pleasant sweet-tart flavor. Known as cifomandra, this plant…
In Pittsburgh, there once worked Dr. Milton Nicholson—a forward-thinking professor and dentist. He focused primarily on the prevention of dental diseases. We often found ourselves lamenting to each other about…
In this room, the family gathers in the evenings to relax, watch TV, and entertain guests. It’s a space where the tastes and preferences of the apartment’s residents truly come…
These little candy balls are absolutely delicious. I suggest making them for your moms. For the balls, you’ll need 200g of butter (about 14 tablespoons), 1.5 cups of flour, 5…
First, sauté the onion, carrot, parsley root, celery, and turnip in a skillet until they are golden brown. Then, boil them in salted water and strain the broth through cheesecloth.…
Sometimes, a meal just doesn’t turn out right. Whether we cooked it ourselves and missed the mark, or we made a hasty purchase—like fish that’s too salty, overcooked meat, or…
I hope you’ve toughened up your child over the summer, so they’re not too sensitive to temperature swings and damp weather. However, prolonged exposure to cold can weaken the body’s…
First, let’s choose the right vegetables for forcing greens: onions, witloof chicory, parsley, and celery. We plant the bulbs and roots of these crops in a soil mixture in boxes.…
Peel, rinse, and cut the carrots into sticks or cubes. Pour boiling water over them, drain in a colander, and place them in a pot with heated butter and a…
You can easily get rid of the smell of onions and garlic by chewing on a fresh root of parsley or calamus. When treating a cold with garlic or onion…
Dutch-Style Onions Chop the onions into small pieces and sauté them until they are partially cooked. Grease a baking dish with fat, layer in pieces of white bread that have…
Vegetable Caviar Wash and chop zucchini, tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, onions, celery, or parsley. Sauté the onions, carrots, and herbs in oil, then add the bell peppers and zucchini. Pour…
Many of us might only know the definition of fasting as described in dictionaries: fasting is the abstention from rich foods, specifically meat and dairy, as prescribed by the church.…
Not everyone has the courage to directly tell their partner that the thrill of a new romance has faded and it’s time to part ways. If this were done in…
Cut the cheese and ham into small pieces. Peel the hard-boiled egg and chop it as well. Rinse the dill and chop it finely. Mix everything together with mayonnaise. Serve…
Melt some butter in a skillet. Add sliced sausage, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for 2 minutes. Drain the peas and add them to the sausage,…
Pour the sour cream into a skillet. Once it comes to a boil, crack in the eggs and surround them with diced tomatoes. Heat on low until the egg whites…
Bring the milk to a boil. Mix the sour milk (простокваша) with a cup of hot milk and slowly pour it into the pot with the remaining milk. Bring it…
Sauté the ground meat with onions and bell peppers, seasoning with salt, and then add chopped parsley and dill. Cut out the core of the cabbage and fill the cavity…
Wash the sausages and make a lengthwise slit in each one. Insert a narrow piece of cheese into each opening. In a small skillet, melt some butter, add the sausages,…
Sort the rice, rinse it thoroughly, and cook until tender. Drain the broth, pass the rice through a sieve, return it to the broth, add milk, butter, and salt, then…
As school vacations roll around, many adults head off on holiday while kids are happily sent to camps to enjoy time with their peers. However, sometimes parents take their vacations…
Dracaena Depending on the source, Dracaena belongs to either the Dracaenaceae or Agavaceae families. This family includes over 150 species of plants, commonly found in the tropical and subtropical regions…
The healing properties of aloe, or sabur, have been known since the time of the Egyptian pharaohs. The leaves of this plant were used for severe burns, long-healing ulcers, and…
POTATO ROLL Start by making mashed potatoes. For the filling, chop the vegetables and sauté them until tender. Remove from heat, add salt, a raw egg, and mix well. Roll…
How often do we, as adults, find ourselves responsible for a child’s unfortunate accident? It’s often our lack of attention and focus that puts them at risk. This is especially…
Anyone born between October 24 and November 22 is a Scorpio. I am too. It’s not such a bad sign after all. Scorpios are known for their strong personalities and…
Do you know what the popular American actress Jane Fonda said when asked about her favorite cosmetics? Gymnastics! And she was right. When you’re over thirty (or forty, or fifty),…