The Only Way To Get Fresh Vegetables
I always try to buy organic fruit and vegetables but I’m not always satisfied with what I get. My local organic supermarket doesn’t have the freshest produce and it’s not particularly good quality. There is also a lack of variety which means I often resort to buying regular produce to supplement the organic veges. You could put that down to the season but I still feel that some things are missing.
Markets are obviously are better choice if you are looking for fresh fruit and vegetables. However, I have been disappointed at times. I used to think the produce came straight from the farm having been recently picked but that can’t possibly be the case. I have seen crinkled capsicums, mouldy tomatoes, and soft potatoes at the market. Maybe they try to sell what they couldn’t the previous week before putting out the fresh stuff. Whatever the reason, I’m never completely happy with what I get.
For me, the solution is to grow my own fruit and vegetables. This is the only way to know for sure that they are fresh, pesticide free, and tasty. Growing heirloom vegetables is most likely the best option. These varieties are perfect for the home garden. They are easy to grow, have a longer growing period, and taste delicious. Heirloom varieties almost always have more flavour than hybrid varieties.
Even with a small area you can have your own vegetable garden. Tomatoes, capsicums, onions, carrots, and herbs are particularly easy to grow and don’t take up too much room. Lemons and other citrus trees make a fantastic addition to your backyard. They require little maintenance, have a beautiful scent when in flower, and produce an abundance of fruit.
The difference between home grown and shop bought vegetables is incredible. Once you grow your own you won’t ever want to switch back to buying your fruit and vegetables.
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