Green Light in the news!
This month has been a newsworthy one here at Green Light New Orleans! Read more about the stories on our rain barrel and backyard vegetable…
Vegetables
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Garden Troubleshooting: Red Ants
How to get rid of red ants? There are a few common ways to deal with red ants. First, you can pour boiling water and/or…
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Garden Troubleshooting: Leaf Miner
This picture was sent to us by a gardener. We sent it to LSU AgCenter, and they responded: Yes, this is leaf miner damage. It…
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Collard Greens
Collard greens reduce the negative effects of carcinogens, cholesterol, and inflammatory toxins. It is rich in vitamins and minerals that maintain neuron function, eyesight, and bone strength. How to…
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Mizuna
Mizuna is an Asian green that is commonly found in baby lettuce mixes, but can also be enjoyed by itself, raw or cooked. It is…
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Eggplant
Eggplants are a beautiful flowering plant. Right now Green Light is harvesting lots of eggplant at our Edible Teaching Garden. We use a pair of…
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Crescent City Farmers Market
This article was written by the Crescent City Farmers Market. When searching for fresh, local foods and produce, New Orleanians need to look no further than the…
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Moringa
Moringa leaves are incredibly nutritious, containing essential antioxidants, amino acids, and vitamins. Moringa can lower blood sugar and cholesterol in addition to increasing lactating women’s milk production. How…
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Malabar Spinach
Malabar spinach, or vine spinach, is a perennial that is native to East Asia. It grows best in hot, humid climates and thrives in New Orleans….
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Lacinato Kale
Lacinato Kale is extraordinarily nutritious. It is high in vitamin K and vitamin A. How to harvest: Cut individual leaves. How to prepare: Always rinse…
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Mustard Greens
Several different varieties of mustard greens are currently growing in Green Light’s Edible Teaching Garden. Some of them, like the Southern Giant Curled variety, are…
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Endive
Curly endive. This type has narrow, green, curly outer leaves. Great addition to your salad mix! How to harvest: Harvest individual leaves
