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FREE HYDROPONIC SEMINAR ON SATURDAY
AND ONION FEST ON SUNDAY |
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Greetings!
This is going to be a beautiful weekend to come out to the farm! The weather is perfect, the veggies are at the height of the season. The spring plants are popping up all over the farm. We have our FREE Hydroponic Seminar at 11.00 tomorrow (Saturday). John will go over some great topics and tips including why you may see lady bugs around our farm. Get your list of questions ready. We are here to help you make this the best experience in growing your own food that you will ever have. The prices at the supermarket have not even begun to hit how high they will go. Why put up with it. We will show your how just the one system we have will pay for itself in one crop and then, heck how much does a couple of seeds cost? Not only the fact that you can save money, but you also eat healthier, eat a variety of things and your children learn how and where food really comes from. Not out of a stinky bag from the grocery store! Then Sunday we are going to have our Onion Fest! I read in the Tampa Tribune that no one has an Onion Fest in Florida, well come on down to the farm because we do! Florida Sweet Onions also know as Strawberry Onions are the sweetest most delectable onion you will ever taste. We will have several tables set up with some good onion dishes for tasting , the easy peesy recipes to do it yourself and all of the fresh ingredients available at the farm. I stopped into a vegetable stand today because I needed something I didn't have. It was nice, but BORING! Our farm is so much fun and the kids always have a blast. Something else, the kids will always remember their trip to the farm, didn't you? As Always, Thanks for Picking Us!
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You Can Have a Garden Like This
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After the class you will want to grow your own, it is really a no brainer. The system above is our Sweet Sixteen. We have it on both sides of the path as you walk into the farm. This system is $400.00 and comes with everything, including our exclusive Ground Pots. The only thing you need to add are the plants/seeds and a 44 gallon Brute or big can to mix the nutrient. A pump, timer, growing media, nutrient, hoses and everything to put this together come with it. The best thing that comes with this garden is our expertise and 24/7 service and advice. You won't find that anywhere else. So, come on down to the free seminar, even if you are one of the many hydroponic customers we have had the pleasure to do business with, and learn a little something. |
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STRAWBERRY ONIONS AKA FLORIDA SWEETS 
SWEET ONION FEST SUNDAY MARCH 13 FROM 11-4
FREE RECIPES, FREE TASTE, LOTS OF GOOD ONION IDEAS! ONIONS 2/$2
HYDROHARVESTFARMS.COM
1101 SHELL POINT RD E, RUSKIN
813-645-6574 |
Hydro Harvest Farms Sweet Florida Onions
Although strawberries and onions don't sound too appetizing if served together at dinner, they are wonderful when grown together. At Hydro Harvest Farms large sweet onions are grown around the edges of our Strawberry Plants to ward off pests. When it is strawberry season, it is also Florida Sweet Onion season.
Sweet onion storage
Ideally, sweet onions should be stored in a cool, dark, dry location and spread out for optimum air circulation. Most growers suggest placing onions in a clean pair of pantyhose, with knots tied in between each onion, then hung in a cool, dry place. Just snip off below each knot when you need one.
Stored properly, sweet onions should last in your pantry about ten days to two weeks.
Cut, raw onion leftovers should be tightly wrapped and refrigerated to be used within a few days.
Although sweet onions are best eaten raw, they can be chopped and frozen for future cooking uses, with no blanching necessary. Frozen onions begin to lose their flavor after about twelve months in the freezer.
PICK UP GREAT RECIPES AT THE FEST ON SUNDAY |
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NUTRIENT SPECIAL
This is the very best deal on nutrient anywhere! The nutrient solution is the most important factor in the success or failure of a hydroponic system. Most fertilizers commonly available in garden centers do not contain all of the 13 elements necessary for plant growth because the growing media usually provides many of them. Hydroponic plants receive nutrients from a different source; so it is necessary to use a fertilizer formulated for hydroponic systems. It is important to follow the dilution rate recommended on the label.
One Pair of Nutrient (MAKES 256 GALLONS!) $19.90 (shipping $6.95
OR BETTER YET Four Pair GET ONE PAIR FREE $79.60 (shipping $11.90) |
RECIPES BY ANDREA
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"WASTE NOT, WANT NOT"
"BUY LOCAL. BUY SEASONAL, BUY FRESH"
I DO HOPE THAT YOU SIGNED UP FOR FARMER JOHNS CLASS THIS SATURDAY, THE DAY THIS NEWSLETTER WILL COME OUT, THERE IS ALWAYS TIME TO SIGN FOR THE NEXT ONE. IT IS WELL WORTH YOUR TIME AND YOU WILL BE AMAZED WHAT YOU CAN GROW IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD.
ENCHANTED ENDIVE
It offers a delicate, bittersweet flavor
MARINADE;
1 bay leaf
� cup olive oil
1 tsp. minced garlic
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
Heat to simmer, and then set aside.
To warm marinades add fine julienne of;
1 medium red pepper
1 medium green pepper
1 medium red onion
Arrange large endive leaves in a circular motion on a platter. To each leaf, add 1 tsp. feta cheese, Plus 1 Tbsp. marinated vegetables.
ENDIVE IS ALSO GREAT FOR SERVING WITH A SPECIAL DIP INSTEAD OF CHIPS OR CRACKERS.
Buy your greens from the farm, as Terrie you buy a bag of salad from the grocery store and see how long let last.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RECIPE, LOOKING FOR AN OLD FAMILY FAVORITE OR WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ONE, PLEASE CONTACT ME AT afreebodyverizon.net
RECIPES COURTESY OF ANDREA FREEBODY, APOLLO BEACH FL
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VISIT US TODAY!
COME ON DOWN!
WE ARE OPEN AND THIS IS PRIME SEASON!
Monday- Saturday 10-5
Sunday 11-4
Directions to farm 1101 Shell Point Rd E Ruskin, Fl
813-645-6574
We are closed on Christmas, New Years Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and Rainy Yucky Days.
Our Farm is a U-Pick Farm and a Farm Stand
We also offer local fruits and veggies
We also have specials every week. SAVE on produce, systems etc.
We offer the best in Hydroponic Growing Systems, Nutrients, Pumps, Growing Media and everything in between
Don't forget we welcome kids. We encourage them to touch, feel and taste the food. Bring Grandma too!
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FLORIDA SWEET ONION FEST
Get Good Recipes, Tips and Tastes
This may be a little tribute to the Florida Sweet Onion, but this Onion doesn't get the accolades it so much deserves. Visit us Sunday from 11-4 and learn a little more about this charm of the Florida grown onions. Taste some great easy recipes for free! |
WHAT'S GROWIN AND PICKIN?
You can grow this too!
STRAWBERRIES BOK CHOY CAULIFLOWER
FLORIDA SWEET ONIONS TURNIPS
ARUGULA SWISS CHARD
GREEN ONIONS SPINACH
BIBB LETTUCE ROMAINE LETTUCE
LEAF LETTUCE BEETS CHIVES
SPEARMINT PEPPERMINT OREGANO
DILL ROSEMARY THYME BASIL
SAGE STEVIA PARSLEY CILANTRO
IN THE FARM STAND
ONLY FRESH LOCAL PICKS
WATER MELONS,TOMATOES, POTATOES(ALL KINDS), MANGO'S, APPLES, GREEN PEPPERS, GRAPEFRUIT, ORANGES AND JAMS, JELLIES, SALSAS AND DRESSINGS. PECANS AND HONEY
Hydro Harvest Farms
1101 Shell Point Rd E
Ruskin, Florida 33570
John and Terrie Lawson
813-645-6574
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MORE EVENTS AT THE FARM OR AT SPECIAL PLACES
Saturday March 12 from 11.00-12.30 Free Hydroponic Seminar
Sunday March 13, 11.00-4.00 Onion Fest. A celebration of the Florida Sweet Onion. Onion's on SALE all day!
March 17th St Pat's Day at Clancy's in Bradenton. We will be serving Strawberry Shortcakes and more. Great Party, don't miss it!
April 2 Rib Fest more info to come
April 23 Hydro Harvest Easter Eggstravaganza. Free Festival for the kids. Crafts, Games and Easter Egg goodies.
April 29- May 1 Epcot Farmers Market. Join us for the 4th Year of Epcot and the Florida Department of Agriculture, celebrating Fresh From Florida Farmers. We will be at the Building next to Test Track Friday, Sat and Sunday. This is a beautiful time to visit Epcot and the International Flower and Garden Show! |
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Teachers Don't Miss Out!
Gardening in the Classroom!
Hydroponic Growing in the classrooms is happening all over Florida. We will help you through the process of getting a garden set up in your school. It is the best thing we can do for our children. Teach them healthy living and healthy eating. Call John or email for more information. 813-645-6574
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