At the end of his Niu Valley Middle School eighth grade year, my son was given the option of applying for AVID at Kaiser High School. AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual…
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Ti Leaf, various colors
Ti Leaf, Green Ti leaf is used for making leis and for wrapping food in for flavor while cooking. These ornamental plants come in a variety of shapes and colors. The ones…
Cholesterol Spinach
Cholesterol Spinach Purchased at Home Depot as “Cholesterol Spinach,” this most closely resembles Ganura Procumbens. It is also known as the wonder plant, anti-cholesterol plant and longevity spinach. It grow rapidly and…
Costco Cooking: Easy Chive Kim Chee
From time to time, I receive a surplus of chives from friends and neighbors. I also, from time to time, crave chive kim chee. It’s the ultimate in local smelly fermented food….
Hawaii Kai Goodwill Donation Shack Gone
The Hawaii Kai Goodwill donation shack has been removed from the Park and Ride near the Dog Park. I spoke to Goodwill, and there is no intent to bring it back. It…
Garlic, Society Garlic (like chives)
Garlic, Society Garlic (like chives) This plant is often confused with chives because it looks similar and can be used in the place of it. Originating from South Africa, the plant is…
Oregano, Cuban
Oregano (Cuban) Cuban oregano, a succulent herb, is native to India and not a “true oregano.” However, it can be used in place of oregano in cooking and is a hardy plant…
Oregano, Traditional
Oregano (traditional) Traditional oregano, a perennial herb, is native to temperate western and southwestern Eurasia and the Mediterranean region. It likes moist well-drained soil and thrives in partial shade. Oregano makes a…
Celosia (Cockscomb)
Celosia (Cockscomb) Largely an ornamental plant in America, celosia is an annual. Seed production in these species can be very high. One ounce of seed may contain up to 43,000 seeds. Depending…