Thursday, June 24, 2010
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
what foods to eat organic - most helpful veggies and fruits
SHOPPER’S GUIDE
TO PESTICIDES
Celery
Peaches
Strawberries
Apples
Blueberries
Nectarines
Bell Peppers
Spinach
Kale
Cherries
Potatoes
Grapes (Imported)
DIRTY DOZEN
www.foodnews.org
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2
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7
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10
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12
Buy These Organic
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O
R
S
T Onions
Avocado
Sweet Corn
Pineapple
Mangos
Sweet Peas
Asparagus
Kiwi
Cabbage
Eggplant
Cantaloupe
Watermelon
Grapefruit
Sweet Potato
Honeydew
Melon
CLEAN 15
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2
3
4
5
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15
Lowest in Pesticides
B
ES
T
Why Should You Care About Pesticides?
The growing consensus among scientists is that small doses of
pesticides and other chemicals can cause lasting damage to human
health, especially during fetal development and early childhood.
Scientists now know enough about the long-term consequences of
ingesting these powerful chemicals to advise that we minimize our
consumption of pesticides.
What’s the Difference?
EWG research has found that people who eat five fruits and
vegetables a day from the Dirty Dozen list consume an average of
10 pesticides a day. Those who eat from the 15 least contaminated
conventionally-grown fruits and vegetables ingest fewer than 2
pesticides daily. The Guide helps consumers make informed choices
to lower their dietary pesticide load.
Will Washing and Peeling Help?
The data used to create these lists is based on produce tested as
it is typically eaten (meaning washed, rinsed or peeled, depending
on the type of produce). Rinsing reduces but does not eliminate
pesticides. Peeling helps, but valuable nutrients often go down the
drain with the skin. The best approach: eat a varied diet, rinse all
produce and buy organic when possible.
How Was This Guide Developed?
EWG analysts have developed the Guide based on data from nearly
96,000 tests for pesticide residues in produce conducted between
2000 and 2008 and collected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. You can find a detailed
description of the criteria EWG used to develop these rankings and
the complete list of fruits and vegetables tested at our dedicated
website, www.foodnews.org.
THE POWER OF INFORMATION
Headquarters 1436 U St. N.W., Suite 100 Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6982
Learn More at FoodNews.org
TO PESTICIDES
Celery
Peaches
Strawberries
Apples
Blueberries
Nectarines
Bell Peppers
Spinach
Kale
Cherries
Potatoes
Grapes (Imported)
DIRTY DOZEN
www.foodnews.org
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Buy These Organic
W
O
R
S
T Onions
Avocado
Sweet Corn
Pineapple
Mangos
Sweet Peas
Asparagus
Kiwi
Cabbage
Eggplant
Cantaloupe
Watermelon
Grapefruit
Sweet Potato
Honeydew
Melon
CLEAN 15
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Lowest in Pesticides
B
ES
T
Why Should You Care About Pesticides?
The growing consensus among scientists is that small doses of
pesticides and other chemicals can cause lasting damage to human
health, especially during fetal development and early childhood.
Scientists now know enough about the long-term consequences of
ingesting these powerful chemicals to advise that we minimize our
consumption of pesticides.
What’s the Difference?
EWG research has found that people who eat five fruits and
vegetables a day from the Dirty Dozen list consume an average of
10 pesticides a day. Those who eat from the 15 least contaminated
conventionally-grown fruits and vegetables ingest fewer than 2
pesticides daily. The Guide helps consumers make informed choices
to lower their dietary pesticide load.
Will Washing and Peeling Help?
The data used to create these lists is based on produce tested as
it is typically eaten (meaning washed, rinsed or peeled, depending
on the type of produce). Rinsing reduces but does not eliminate
pesticides. Peeling helps, but valuable nutrients often go down the
drain with the skin. The best approach: eat a varied diet, rinse all
produce and buy organic when possible.
How Was This Guide Developed?
EWG analysts have developed the Guide based on data from nearly
96,000 tests for pesticide residues in produce conducted between
2000 and 2008 and collected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. You can find a detailed
description of the criteria EWG used to develop these rankings and
the complete list of fruits and vegetables tested at our dedicated
website, www.foodnews.org.
THE POWER OF INFORMATION
Headquarters 1436 U St. N.W., Suite 100 Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-6982
Learn More at FoodNews.org
Monday, April 19, 2010
Sunday, March 7, 2010
how to do organic raised beds - garden for veggies
Raised Bed Gardens
How to Make a Raised Bed Garden
By Colleen Vanderlinden, About.com Guide
See More About:
• garden
• raised bed garden
• garden beds
• start a new garden
• gardening
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardens
Raised bed gardens are the saviors of gardeners with poor soil everywhere. The basic idea of a raised bed is that instead of battling against poor soil conditions, you build above ground, where you have absolute control over the soil texture and ingredients.
What is a Raised Bed Garden?
A raised bed garden is a garden built on top of your native soil, sometimes incorporating native soil, sometimes not. Raised bed gardens can be contained, such as when you build a wood or stone structure to keep the bed intact, or they can be more free form, with soil and amendments merely piled several inches high. You can plant anything from herbs and vegetables to perennials and shrubs in a raised bed.
Advantages of a Raised Bed Garden
Aside from avoiding the issue of gardening in poor soil, raised bed gardens offer several advantages:
• Raised beds warm more quickly in spring, allowing you to work the soil and plant earlier.
• Raised beds drain better.
• The soil in raised beds doesn't get compacted, because they are constructed with accessibility in mind.
• It's easy to tailor the soil for your raised bed to the plants you plan to grow there.
• After the initial construction process, raised beds require less maintenance than conventional garden beds.
How to Make a Raised Bed Garden
Contained raised beds are the most popular type of raised beds, and they're great for vegetable and herb gardens, as well as flower gardens. Fruits, such as strawberries, grapes, blueberries, and raspberries, also do very well in a contained raised bed.
You can choose from a variety of materials to construct your raised bed. Wood is a very popular choice, because it is easy to work with and it is inexpensive. Concrete blocks, natural stone, or brick are also nice options, but there is definitely an added expense and labor to consider in using them. Some gardeners go the ultra-simple route, and simply place bales of hay or straw in whatever configuration they desire, then fill it with good soil and compost and plant it up. This solution will only give you a year of use, because the straw will decompose, but it's worth trying if you don't mind replacing the bales yearly, or if you're still developing a more permanent solution.
Since most contained raised beds are constructed from wood, here are instructions for building your own wood raised bed garden.
Step One: Select your site. If you know that you'll be growing vegetables or herbs, or sun-loving flowers in your new garden, select a site that gets at least eight hours of sun per day. A flat, level area is important, and you should also make sure that the area has easy access to water sources as well as room for you to work.
Step Two: Determine the size and shape of your garden. Make sure that you can access all parts of the garden without stepping into the bed. One of the main advantages of a raised bed is that the soil doesn't get compacted the way it might in a conventional bed because they are planned for accessibility. It is a good idea to keep the garden to around four feet wide, because this way you can access the middle of the bed from either side. If you're placing your bed against a wall or fence, it should be no more than three feet wide. Any length you like will work, as long as you keep the width in control. In terms of depth, six inches is a good start, and many vegetables grow well in a bed that is six inches deep. As with many things, though, if you can do more, more is better! Ten to twelve inches would be ideal. If you have decent subsoil (not too clayey or rocky) you can simply loosen the soil with a garden fork and build a six to eight inch deep bed. If your soil is bad, or you are planning to grow crops like carrots or parsnips that need a deeper soil, your bed should be at least ten inches deep.
Step Three: Prep Your Site. Once you know the size and shape of your bed, you can get to work prepping the site. How much prep you will have to do is determined by the depth of the bed you're planning, as well as the plants you're planning to grow there. If you are planning a vegetable or herb garden, a six-inch deep bed is perfect. To save yourself some labor, you can use newspaper, landscape fabric, or cardboard to cover and smother it, then put your soil and amendments right on top. However, to ensure that your plant's roots have plenty of room to grow, it is a good idea to dig out the existing sod and loosen the soil with a shovel or garden fork to a depth of eight to twelve inches.
Step Four: Construct the Bed. Using rot-resistant lumber such as cedar or one of the newer composite lumbers, construct your bed. Two by six lumber is perfect, as it is easy to work with and will give you six inches of depth. Cut your pieces to the desired size, then attach them together to make a simple frame. You can attach them in a variety of ways. You can make a simple butt joint at each corner, pre-drilling and then screwing the corners together with galvanized screws. You can use a small piece of wood in the corner,and attach each side to it.
Step Five: Level Your Frames. Using a level, make sure your frame is level in all directions. This is a necessary step because if your bed is not level, you will have a situation where water runs off of one part of the garden and sits in another. If part of your frame is high, just remove some of the soil beneath it until you have a level frame.
Step Six: Fill Your Garden. The whole point of a raised bed garden is that it gives you the opportunity to garden in perfect soil. Take this opportunity to fill your bed with a good mixture of quality topsoil, compost, and rotted manure. Once they're filled and raked level, you're ready to plant or sow seeds.
Maintaining a Raised Bed Garden
Happily, raised bed gardens require very little maintenance. Each spring or fall, it's a good idea to top dress with fresh compost and manure, or, if your bed only holds plants for part of the year, go ahead and dig the compost or manure into the top several inches of soil. As with any garden, mulching the top of the soil will help retain moisture and keep weeds down. Moisture retention is important, because raised beds tend to drain faster than conventional beds.
Readers Respond: Tips and Advice for Building a Raised Bed Garden
Read responses (3) Share Your Tips!
Suggested Reading
• How to Buy Healthy Plants - Buying Healthy Plants
• Tips for Success with Direct Sowing - How to Direct Sow Garden Seeds
• Using Coffee Grounds in the Garden - Uses for Used Coffee Grounds in the Garden
Suggested Reading
• Starting an Organic Garden
• Starting an Organic Garden - How to Make a New Organic Garden
• Soil
Related Articles
• Raised Bed Gardening - What Can You Raise in a Raised Bed?
• Raised Bed Garden - What is a Raised Bed Garden?
• Getting Started with Gardening - Creating a Garden and Choosing Plants
• Starting an Organic Garden - How to Make a New Organic Garden
• Raised Bed Herb Gardening
Colleen Vanderlinden
Organic Gardening Guide
• Sign up for my Newsletter
• My Blog
• My Forum
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How to Make a Raised Bed Garden
By Colleen Vanderlinden, About.com Guide
See More About:
• garden
• raised bed garden
• garden beds
• start a new garden
• gardening
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardens
Raised bed gardens are the saviors of gardeners with poor soil everywhere. The basic idea of a raised bed is that instead of battling against poor soil conditions, you build above ground, where you have absolute control over the soil texture and ingredients.
What is a Raised Bed Garden?
A raised bed garden is a garden built on top of your native soil, sometimes incorporating native soil, sometimes not. Raised bed gardens can be contained, such as when you build a wood or stone structure to keep the bed intact, or they can be more free form, with soil and amendments merely piled several inches high. You can plant anything from herbs and vegetables to perennials and shrubs in a raised bed.
Advantages of a Raised Bed Garden
Aside from avoiding the issue of gardening in poor soil, raised bed gardens offer several advantages:
• Raised beds warm more quickly in spring, allowing you to work the soil and plant earlier.
• Raised beds drain better.
• The soil in raised beds doesn't get compacted, because they are constructed with accessibility in mind.
• It's easy to tailor the soil for your raised bed to the plants you plan to grow there.
• After the initial construction process, raised beds require less maintenance than conventional garden beds.
How to Make a Raised Bed Garden
Contained raised beds are the most popular type of raised beds, and they're great for vegetable and herb gardens, as well as flower gardens. Fruits, such as strawberries, grapes, blueberries, and raspberries, also do very well in a contained raised bed.
You can choose from a variety of materials to construct your raised bed. Wood is a very popular choice, because it is easy to work with and it is inexpensive. Concrete blocks, natural stone, or brick are also nice options, but there is definitely an added expense and labor to consider in using them. Some gardeners go the ultra-simple route, and simply place bales of hay or straw in whatever configuration they desire, then fill it with good soil and compost and plant it up. This solution will only give you a year of use, because the straw will decompose, but it's worth trying if you don't mind replacing the bales yearly, or if you're still developing a more permanent solution.
Since most contained raised beds are constructed from wood, here are instructions for building your own wood raised bed garden.
Step One: Select your site. If you know that you'll be growing vegetables or herbs, or sun-loving flowers in your new garden, select a site that gets at least eight hours of sun per day. A flat, level area is important, and you should also make sure that the area has easy access to water sources as well as room for you to work.
Step Two: Determine the size and shape of your garden. Make sure that you can access all parts of the garden without stepping into the bed. One of the main advantages of a raised bed is that the soil doesn't get compacted the way it might in a conventional bed because they are planned for accessibility. It is a good idea to keep the garden to around four feet wide, because this way you can access the middle of the bed from either side. If you're placing your bed against a wall or fence, it should be no more than three feet wide. Any length you like will work, as long as you keep the width in control. In terms of depth, six inches is a good start, and many vegetables grow well in a bed that is six inches deep. As with many things, though, if you can do more, more is better! Ten to twelve inches would be ideal. If you have decent subsoil (not too clayey or rocky) you can simply loosen the soil with a garden fork and build a six to eight inch deep bed. If your soil is bad, or you are planning to grow crops like carrots or parsnips that need a deeper soil, your bed should be at least ten inches deep.
Step Three: Prep Your Site. Once you know the size and shape of your bed, you can get to work prepping the site. How much prep you will have to do is determined by the depth of the bed you're planning, as well as the plants you're planning to grow there. If you are planning a vegetable or herb garden, a six-inch deep bed is perfect. To save yourself some labor, you can use newspaper, landscape fabric, or cardboard to cover and smother it, then put your soil and amendments right on top. However, to ensure that your plant's roots have plenty of room to grow, it is a good idea to dig out the existing sod and loosen the soil with a shovel or garden fork to a depth of eight to twelve inches.
Step Four: Construct the Bed. Using rot-resistant lumber such as cedar or one of the newer composite lumbers, construct your bed. Two by six lumber is perfect, as it is easy to work with and will give you six inches of depth. Cut your pieces to the desired size, then attach them together to make a simple frame. You can attach them in a variety of ways. You can make a simple butt joint at each corner, pre-drilling and then screwing the corners together with galvanized screws. You can use a small piece of wood in the corner,and attach each side to it.
Step Five: Level Your Frames. Using a level, make sure your frame is level in all directions. This is a necessary step because if your bed is not level, you will have a situation where water runs off of one part of the garden and sits in another. If part of your frame is high, just remove some of the soil beneath it until you have a level frame.
Step Six: Fill Your Garden. The whole point of a raised bed garden is that it gives you the opportunity to garden in perfect soil. Take this opportunity to fill your bed with a good mixture of quality topsoil, compost, and rotted manure. Once they're filled and raked level, you're ready to plant or sow seeds.
Maintaining a Raised Bed Garden
Happily, raised bed gardens require very little maintenance. Each spring or fall, it's a good idea to top dress with fresh compost and manure, or, if your bed only holds plants for part of the year, go ahead and dig the compost or manure into the top several inches of soil. As with any garden, mulching the top of the soil will help retain moisture and keep weeds down. Moisture retention is important, because raised beds tend to drain faster than conventional beds.
Readers Respond: Tips and Advice for Building a Raised Bed Garden
Read responses (3) Share Your Tips!
Suggested Reading
• How to Buy Healthy Plants - Buying Healthy Plants
• Tips for Success with Direct Sowing - How to Direct Sow Garden Seeds
• Using Coffee Grounds in the Garden - Uses for Used Coffee Grounds in the Garden
Suggested Reading
• Starting an Organic Garden
• Starting an Organic Garden - How to Make a New Organic Garden
• Soil
Related Articles
• Raised Bed Gardening - What Can You Raise in a Raised Bed?
• Raised Bed Garden - What is a Raised Bed Garden?
• Getting Started with Gardening - Creating a Garden and Choosing Plants
• Starting an Organic Garden - How to Make a New Organic Garden
• Raised Bed Herb Gardening
Colleen Vanderlinden
Organic Gardening Guide
• Sign up for my Newsletter
• My Blog
• My Forum
Sponsored Links
Envirocycle Compost BinsLet Peace Be Profitablewww.envirocyclesystems.com
Raised GardensFind All Your Raised Gardens Needs. Compare & Save at Become.com.Become.com
Gardening with WormsGrown Your Garden With Worms 100% Natural. No More Chemcials.www.UncleJimsWormFarm.com
Eco Friendly Pest ControlOrganic methods for bed bugs & more Eliminate pests without chemicalswww.itsgreenitworks.com
Self-Watering GardenGrow A Maintenance-Free Garden In Your Own Containers! Instructions @www.EasiestGarden.com
premium worm castingsthe best natural fertilizer $1 or less per pound free shippingwww.organicandmechanic.ecrater.com
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
clean up and prepare the land - week of March 8-14
Wheat Ridge Community Garden - Harvest Mountain
We have about a half acre with two garden areas. Property is zoned agricultural and has a ditch along with city water. We will have organic growing of veggies, herbs and flowers. Right now is time to reserve a plot. Will have raised bed area for ADA. Go to www.meetup.com and type in Wheat Ridge Community Garden for other info. Will demonstrate and educate local folks all season and host some outside dinners with our produce. Will provide some produce to food banks. Want to work with children and youth for education. Just let us know what you would like to teach and try in regards to growing organic veggies.
(This listing was last updated on Feb 28, 2010)
Contact Information
Barbara Moore
720 231 8337
[email us]
Location
4322 Xenon Street
Wheat Ridge , CO 80232
SUSTAIN-US.blogspot.com
Mailing Address:
11505 w texas ave
lakewood, CO 80232
Garden Info:
Garden Type: Neighborhood Garden
Setting: Suburban
Host Org: Harvest Mountain
Handicap Accessible: no
Size: 9800
Number of Plots: 30
Avg Plot Size: 0
Year Founded:2009
Languages:
null
Structures:
tool shed
Amenities:
water, parking, trees
Association Memberships:
* American Community Gardening Association (ACGA)
* Denver Urban Gardens (DUG)
Events Calendar:
Clean Up and Prepare Land -march 8-15
(Mar 8, 2010 - Mar 14, 2010)
American Community Garden Association | 1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203-2040 USA | info@communitygarden.org
Site Map | Privacy Policy
We have about a half acre with two garden areas. Property is zoned agricultural and has a ditch along with city water. We will have organic growing of veggies, herbs and flowers. Right now is time to reserve a plot. Will have raised bed area for ADA. Go to www.meetup.com and type in Wheat Ridge Community Garden for other info. Will demonstrate and educate local folks all season and host some outside dinners with our produce. Will provide some produce to food banks. Want to work with children and youth for education. Just let us know what you would like to teach and try in regards to growing organic veggies.
(This listing was last updated on Feb 28, 2010)
Contact Information
Barbara Moore
720 231 8337
[email us]
Location
4322 Xenon Street
Wheat Ridge , CO 80232
SUSTAIN-US.blogspot.com
Mailing Address:
11505 w texas ave
lakewood, CO 80232
Garden Info:
Garden Type: Neighborhood Garden
Setting: Suburban
Host Org: Harvest Mountain
Handicap Accessible: no
Size: 9800
Number of Plots: 30
Avg Plot Size: 0
Year Founded:2009
Languages:
null
Structures:
tool shed
Amenities:
water, parking, trees
Association Memberships:
* American Community Gardening Association (ACGA)
* Denver Urban Gardens (DUG)
Events Calendar:
Clean Up and Prepare Land -march 8-15
(Mar 8, 2010 - Mar 14, 2010)
American Community Garden Association | 1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203-2040 USA | info@communitygarden.org
Site Map | Privacy Policy
Saturday, February 27, 2010
COPA - Colorado Organic Producers Assc - join now !
COPA - www.coloradoorganic.org
The Colorado Organic Producers Association (COPA) was formed in 1987 to provide education, information, and networking services to promote and facilitate the production, distribution, and consumption of Colorado organic food products. COPA members represent all segments of agriculture - producer, processer, wholesaler, retailer, educator, and consumer.
COPA Goals:
* To encourage and facilitate the adoption of resources-conserving and environmentally sound agricultural methods.
* To share information regarding organic farming practices based on scientific research and personal experiences.
* To establish and oversee standards of quality for effective marketing of organic foods.
* To bring growers, processors, distributors, retailers, and consumers together to promote a better understanding of the organic trade.
Services:
* Serves as the recognized contact and membership group for organic agriculture in Colorado.
* Promotes Colorado organically grown products.
* Monitors and recommends actions to the official organic certification bodies.
* Assists in the marketing of crops, products, and services through publications such as the Marketing Directory.
* Sponsors educational conferences and events.
* Promotes sustainable agriculture.
* Communicates to consumers the integrity and importance of organically grown.
* Facilitates the sharing of critical information among COPA members through the COPA Newsletter.
The Colorado Organic Producers Association (COPA) was formed in 1987 to provide education, information, and networking services to promote and facilitate the production, distribution, and consumption of Colorado organic food products. COPA members represent all segments of agriculture - producer, processer, wholesaler, retailer, educator, and consumer.
COPA Goals:
* To encourage and facilitate the adoption of resources-conserving and environmentally sound agricultural methods.
* To share information regarding organic farming practices based on scientific research and personal experiences.
* To establish and oversee standards of quality for effective marketing of organic foods.
* To bring growers, processors, distributors, retailers, and consumers together to promote a better understanding of the organic trade.
Services:
* Serves as the recognized contact and membership group for organic agriculture in Colorado.
* Promotes Colorado organically grown products.
* Monitors and recommends actions to the official organic certification bodies.
* Assists in the marketing of crops, products, and services through publications such as the Marketing Directory.
* Sponsors educational conferences and events.
* Promotes sustainable agriculture.
* Communicates to consumers the integrity and importance of organically grown.
* Facilitates the sharing of critical information among COPA members through the COPA Newsletter.
heirloom tomatoes - which to grow -book to buy
56 Heirloom Tomatoes Rated Excellent for Flavor
2/10/2010 5:10:23 PM
By Cheryl Long
Tags: tomatoes, varieties
American seed catalogs offer literally hundreds of tomato varieties but the catalogs don’t always reveal which ones have really great flavor. But now, thanks to the extraordinary work of Amy Goldman in her book The Heirloom Tomato, we have a source for a comprehensive flavor ratings of 200 heirloom varieties, all grown in the same location. Below is a list of the 56 heirloom tomatoes that Goldman rates as having “excellent” flavor. And she tells us what she means by “excellent”: “Scarcely equaled in texture of flesh and richness of flavor. Distinctive, delicious, deep and complex, with luscious, rich flavor. Savory, mouth-filling, and juicy. No grave faults. Finely balanced sugar-acid ratio yet endowed with intense flavor. Extremely desirable.”
In describing, evaluating and photographing such a large number of tomatoes in such a beautifully produced book, Goldman has done gardeners an unprecedented service. Plus, she’s included an outstanding selection of recipes to help us make the most of our tomato harvests. The Heirloom Tomato: From Garden to Table was a classic the day it was published.
2/10/2010 5:10:23 PM
By Cheryl Long
Tags: tomatoes, varieties
American seed catalogs offer literally hundreds of tomato varieties but the catalogs don’t always reveal which ones have really great flavor. But now, thanks to the extraordinary work of Amy Goldman in her book The Heirloom Tomato, we have a source for a comprehensive flavor ratings of 200 heirloom varieties, all grown in the same location. Below is a list of the 56 heirloom tomatoes that Goldman rates as having “excellent” flavor. And she tells us what she means by “excellent”: “Scarcely equaled in texture of flesh and richness of flavor. Distinctive, delicious, deep and complex, with luscious, rich flavor. Savory, mouth-filling, and juicy. No grave faults. Finely balanced sugar-acid ratio yet endowed with intense flavor. Extremely desirable.”
In describing, evaluating and photographing such a large number of tomatoes in such a beautifully produced book, Goldman has done gardeners an unprecedented service. Plus, she’s included an outstanding selection of recipes to help us make the most of our tomato harvests. The Heirloom Tomato: From Garden to Table was a classic the day it was published.
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