I just adore the beetroot plant.
It is exquisite to look at, the leaves and root are both edible and it is delicious cold, hot or pickled - whole, sliced, cubed or cut into julienne strips. And it provides sodium, phosphorus, calcium and small amounts of Vitamin A and C. It is also low in calories - containing only 44 cal (189 kj) / 100 gms (Versatile Vegetables ISBN 0706420659 page 42)
The beetroot leaf with it's delicate red veins reminds me of the capillary system in the human body |
lavender for it use as a cupboard, room fragrance or for use in soaps and as a pest deterrent;
roses will be planted at the end of our grape vine rows on the farm - also as a pest deterrent;
marigolds will be planted near my tomatoes;
and
nasturtiums will be there for all those pesky worms to much on, and whatever flowers I can harvest, I will put in our salads.
In the permaculture way, giving a portion of one's garden / harvest to the insects continues the cycle - if I have enough of anything, a portion of it will be left exposed for the insects to feed on.
Giving back without taking away - or paying it forward.
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