GROWING

YOUR OWN FROM SCRAPS

Grow your own

Avocado

The seeds can be used to grow a steady supply of this super food. Wash the seed and use toothpicks to suspend over water in a bowl. The water should to cover the bottom inch of the seed. Keep it in a warm place but not in direct sunlight and check the water every day and topping if needed. It can take up to six weeks for the stem and roots to appear and once the stem reaches about 6 inches you will need to cut it down to 3 inches. When leaves begin appearing, you can plant the seed in soil, leave half above ground.

Tomatoes

These can be grown from their seeds. Rinse the seeds and pat them dry. Plant in a good, potting soil until you notice it sprouting. Allow the seeds to get a few inches high before moving outdoors. Use a stick or bamboo to secure the stem.

Onions

Onions are easy to grow indoors or out. Cut the root of the onion and leave about a half an inch. Lightly cover with potting soil and keep in a sunny area.

Spring Onions

When you cut the base with the roots intact pop in a container of water and place near sunlight. Change the water every few days and they will continue to grow. Just snip what you need and allow it to grow as long as you like.