Saturday, November 19, 2011

What is the name for dark red/orange sunflowers with purple leaves?

What large dark orange red sunflowers with purple leaves called?


I've seen them sold at grocery store before, but I can't find anything online about them.

What is the name for dark red/orange sunflowers with purple leaves?
Tithonia is a bright orange sunflower (Mexican Sunflower), but so far as I know it doesn't have a cultivar with purple leaves.





Here's a place with some sunflower cultivars listed. Perhaps one of them is what you're looking for?





http://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/floriculture/sp...





Here's the Burpee catalog listing of some of their sunflowers as well (it's about 3 pages)





http://www.burpee.com/jump.jsp?itemID=55...


What kinds of breeds are there for orange cats?

Were thinking of buying another cat and I want to find out what kind of orange breed cats are there. If you know a couple let me know!

What kinds of breeds are there for orange cats?
Many pedigreed breeds, long haired and short haired, plus non-pedigreed pets can be "orange". If you search for red cats (or cream if you prefer dilute colours) online you will find photos of many breeds. www.tica.org is a good site to learn more about pedigreed cats. Off the top of my head:





Devon Rex


Cornish Rex


Japanese Bobtail


Munchkin


Scottish Fold


Selkirk Rex


Sphynx


Turkish Van


Persian


Exotic Shorthair


American Shorthair


Maine Coon


Oriental





http://www.tica.org/html/english/cats/br...





Do consider adopting a rescue, whether it be pedigreed or a beautiful household pet cat.





Have fun!





...Pam
Reply:There are no breeds that are specifically prange, but most breeds have a allowed coloration where they allow for orange.
Reply:You should know that most orange cats are male (genetically) just as most tortoiseshell cats are female. Keep this in mind when adopting your new pal -- you'll want to consider whether your current friend will want the new friend to be a boy or a girl.
Reply:Every time you "buy" any animal, it means no home for one kitten born in some litter today, one stray you didn't adopt.


Go to a shelter and ask for an orange cat, or better still adopt any cat and then grow to appreciate that color... They are all beautiful.
Reply:Orange Tabby cats are adorable, and extremely affectionate.

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Where can you find a good Orange Chicken sauce at the store?

Does anyone know of a brand of orange chicken sauce I could buy at the store that tastes similar to Panda Express?

Where can you find a good Orange Chicken sauce at the store?
im not sure but there is really good frozen orange chicken at Trader Joes


it tastes a lot like panda


even better
Reply:the chink isle


Why are some egg yolks Bright orange while others are pale yellow?

The best and richest eggs have a nice orange color yolk...why are most of the eggs I buy (95%) usually the pale yellow%26gt;?

Why are some egg yolks Bright orange while others are pale yellow?
the freer the chicken so to speak (from caged to free range) the more orange they tend to be. Also there is a school of thought that the reason the more orange an egg is shows how little stress the chicken was under therefore providing a relaxed egg which is tastier.
Reply:Colour in egg yolks to a degree is influenced by what the hens are fed on. Hens fed a high maize diet will produce a more yellow coloured yolk.





It also varies per breed.





Free range yolks are most often orange as they are not fed so intense a diet as caged or barn raised layers.
Reply:They feed some chickens Marigold flowers to make them lay eggs that are more yellow. Same deal with chickens that have yellow skin.
Reply:That has everything to do with what the chickens are fed on
Reply:probaby diff eggs from diff chickens.
Reply:Free range chickens (meaning ones the can get out and scratch and peck away at what they want to eat) are the ones that have the orange yolks. The pale yolks are from the confined chickens that are kept in a building or very small fenced in area. These housed chickens are feed grains that we humans think that they should have.
Reply:That depends on what the chickens were fed.


My grandparents have a farm in Spain and they have chickens. The eggs are super yellow, like they are supposed to be, because they are fed good food. The pale yellow ones show that the chickens weren't fed good.
Reply:the way they were fed
Reply:Try getting some farm fresh eggs. They cost a little more but are so much better
Reply:it depends on how old de egg is, how the chick was fed n where it lived


Can I put almond powder in orange chiffon cake? Will it taste funny? I want to get rid of the raw eggs taste?

even though I put orange juice and peel, the smell is still there. I don't want to use vanilla essence.

Can I put almond powder in orange chiffon cake? Will it taste funny? I want to get rid of the raw eggs taste?
Why would there be a raw egg taste? It should be gone once the cake is baked.
Reply:I think Almond powder would be too potent. I would try a little Agave Nectar sweetner. It is healthier than sugar or honey and tastes very sweet.


What is the difference between orange peel and orange zest? Are they the same thing?

I have orange peel, but the recipe calls for orange zest.

What is the difference between orange peel and orange zest? Are they the same thing?
Zest is just grated peel.
Reply:You use your grater to scrape the orange peel to make orange zest.
Reply:The only difference I can see is the way they are gotten off of the orange. Orange peel, you can just cut w/ a knife. But you woudlnt' want to add a huge hunk of that to a baked good. Zest is orange peel that is grated off w/ a fine grater or microplane. OR, if you need lots, cut the orange peel off, put in a food processor, add a bit of sugar, and blend. Voila, orange zest.
Reply:same thing


EDIT


I should say though that zest is just the orange part. A peel usually has the white pith ( very bitter )
Reply:Zest is the outer part of the skin grated
Reply:I think they are the same thing.....
Reply:Zest is made from orange peels sans the pith which is the white part....the zest is removed by a zester which is a very fine grater...
Reply:When you peel an orange, what you get are pieces that are orange on one side and white on the other. The orange bit is the zest. It's the bit with the orange-smelling oil in it. The white is not full of flavour and can be tough and bitter so, when a recipe asks for the 'zest', just scrape the outside of the orange with a knife or grater, so you get some of the orange stuff but none of the white.
Reply:The peel is the entire skin around the orange itself. The zest is just the orange very outer layer and is thin. You don't want any pith (the white) in zest. There are zesters you can buy which scrape a very thin layer off a lemon or orange. You can use a microplain to this as well. The zest contains the essential oils and essence of the fruit which is why it's used for flavoring.

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Where can I find reasonable priced Orange colored kitchen utensils?

I just did my kitchen and would like to accent in Orange. Like potholders and utensils. Rachel Ray is expensive.

Where can I find reasonable priced Orange colored kitchen utensils?
world market or tj max. My kitchen is in burnt orange.
Reply:This is a really hard question to answer,


So I will recommend ,You have to check it out yourself.





Follow the link below and you'll come to a site that has all the info you need about "kitchen".





Hope this helps out some way :)








http://the-kitchen-cabinets.blogspot.com


http://the--kitchen.blogspot.com


http://syubrawi.com/copper-kitchen-sinks
Reply:Home Depot might have some, they have turquoise but I don't remember what other colours.
Reply:try overstock.com they have everything
Reply:IKEA is a good bet.
Reply:bed, bath, and beyond
Reply:target or try Ikea


How can I tell when my orange tree is about to bloom?

I have a dwarf Washington Navel orange tree and I was wondering if anyone had any pictures or could best describe what the bloom process would look like, such as were the bloosoms would come from. Thank you in advance!

How can I tell when my orange tree is about to bloom?
You will begin to see small buds, next flowers.








Good Luck
Reply:When you see oranges


How do I know if my orange neon tetras are breeding?

I have a school of 4 blue and red neon tetras and 3 orange neon tetras. I have two neon tetras that keep swimming side by side, then they'll swim a in a little circle around each other, and finally go to a T position just for a moment. This is very odd behavior for my fish I have never seen them do this before! I noticed them doing this about 30 minutes ago I'm not really sure how longs its been going on. I have never seen any of my other tetras doing this with each other and its the same two that keep doing this weird little dance. Are they getting ready to breed or is this just the fish version of the river dance put on for my entertainment? Thanks for the help!

How do I know if my orange neon tetras are breeding?
That doesn't sound like typical spawning behavior really. Normally they dart side by side through plants or just over the gravel and lay eggs, as yours are starting out doing.





It's quite possible what you are seeing is the fish spawn and then returning to eat the eggs. That is very common as the are avid egg eaters.





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What's the difference between an orange, tangarine, and clemintine?

besides the size and tree what's the difference between an orange, clementine, and tangarine?

What's the difference between an orange, tangarine, and clemintine?
"An orange—specifically, the sweet orange—is the citrus tree Citrus sinensis (syn. Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis L., or Citrus aurantium Risso) and its fruit. The orange is a hybrid of ancient cultivated origin, possibly between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata). It is a small flowering tree growing to about 10 m tall with evergreen leaves, which are arranged alternately, of ovate shape with crenulate margins and 4–10 cm long. The orange fruit is a hesperidium, a type of berry."





"The tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is an orange or red colored citrus fruit. Tangerines are smaller than most oranges, and the skin of some varieties peels off more easily. The taste is often less sour, or tart, than that of an orange."





"A Clementine is the fruit of a variety of mandarin (Citrus reticulata), named in 1902. This fruit is a variably formed citrus ranging from slightly oblate through globose to oblong and sometimes broadly pyriform from development of neck or collar, as well as variably sized, ranging from medium-small to medium. The rind is of medium thickness; moderately firm, but easily peelable and does not puff until well after maturity. Smooth and glossy surface of colour deep orange to reddish-orange. The flesh colour is deep orange described as tender and melting with a sweet flavour. Typically there are 8 to 12 juicy segments.[1]"
Reply:Orange: Round thick skinned juicy edible fruit that is a reddish-yellow color when ripe.





Clementines: the clementine is a seedless mandarin. Clementines are generally easier to peel than oranges





Tangerines: a tangerine is an orange-red mandarin with a particular citrus taste. Tangerines are smaller than most oranges,
Reply:in color...may be!or in taste
Reply:oranges are sweet, tangarines are sour, smaller and reddish orange, clemintines melts in ur mouth, come in small and medium sizes, easy to peel off, sweet taste, and doesn't shape as a perfect sphere

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How do i get rid of orange fanta soda in wool carpet?

i spilled orange fanta soda in my wool carpet and my mom is really mad and now i cant go to marine world. so if i get fast results then i might still be able to go. please help me.

How do i get rid of orange fanta soda in wool carpet?
Try club soda! Pour some in a bowl, use a sponge to dab it onto the stain, soak that up with a clean cloth, repeat until stain is gone. Good luck! Kiss a dolphin for me?
Reply:pour red wine on it, it will get red of the orange right away
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chk this site.
Reply:Good luck!
Reply:Marine World? Are you like 12 or something?


What's the difference between an orange, tangarine, and clemintine?

besides the size and tree what's the difference between an orange, clementine, and tangarine?

What's the difference between an orange, tangarine, and clemintine?
"An orange—specifically, the sweet orange—is the citrus tree Citrus sinensis (syn. Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis L., or Citrus aurantium Risso) and its fruit. The orange is a hybrid of ancient cultivated origin, possibly between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata). It is a small flowering tree growing to about 10 m tall with evergreen leaves, which are arranged alternately, of ovate shape with crenulate margins and 4–10 cm long. The orange fruit is a hesperidium, a type of berry."





"The tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is an orange or red colored citrus fruit. Tangerines are smaller than most oranges, and the skin of some varieties peels off more easily. The taste is often less sour, or tart, than that of an orange."





"A Clementine is the fruit of a variety of mandarin (Citrus reticulata), named in 1902. This fruit is a variably formed citrus ranging from slightly oblate through globose to oblong and sometimes broadly pyriform from development of neck or collar, as well as variably sized, ranging from medium-small to medium. The rind is of medium thickness; moderately firm, but easily peelable and does not puff until well after maturity. Smooth and glossy surface of colour deep orange to reddish-orange. The flesh colour is deep orange described as tender and melting with a sweet flavour. Typically there are 8 to 12 juicy segments.[1]"
Reply:Orange: Round thick skinned juicy edible fruit that is a reddish-yellow color when ripe.





Clementines: the clementine is a seedless mandarin. Clementines are generally easier to peel than oranges





Tangerines: a tangerine is an orange-red mandarin with a particular citrus taste. Tangerines are smaller than most oranges,
Reply:in color...may be!or in taste
Reply:oranges are sweet, tangarines are sour, smaller and reddish orange, clemintines melts in ur mouth, come in small and medium sizes, easy to peel off, sweet taste, and doesn't shape as a perfect sphere


How do i get rid of orange fanta soda in wool carpet?

i spilled orange fanta soda in my wool carpet and my mom is really mad and now i cant go to marine world. so if i get fast results then i might still be able to go. please help me.

How do i get rid of orange fanta soda in wool carpet?
Try club soda! Pour some in a bowl, use a sponge to dab it onto the stain, soak that up with a clean cloth, repeat until stain is gone. Good luck! Kiss a dolphin for me?
Reply:pour red wine on it, it will get red of the orange right away
Reply:http://www.creativehomemaking.com/cleani...





chk this site.
Reply:Good luck!
Reply:Marine World? Are you like 12 or something?


Does anyone know how to remove orange stains from plastic jugs?

I have some bowls and measuring jugs that I've used tumeric and carrot etc in and now are yucky and orange.... Help!

Does anyone know how to remove orange stains from plastic jugs?
Your best bet is to soak them in bleach.
Reply:After you use bleach to get the stain out, they will smell of bleach. Just put some salt in warm water and let them sit for an hour.
Reply:soak them in bleach water


fill the bowls with water and add some bleach to the water then let set for a while.
Reply:sorry but they dont come out. we have them and have alot of beans and noodles etc in them and they get a rim of orange around it. it is to do with the microwave and what u are puttin in them. what to do is have two or three and save one of them for things that are orange and save the other two for anything that wont stain. also wash them as soon as possible after using
Reply:Chances are the stains won't come out. Next time you are going to store any type of staining food in a plastic container such as carrot, tumeric, or tomatoes, try this trick- before you put the food in, spray the container and the inside of the container's lid with Pam or any other cooking spray. It really works!





Also, if you can find them in your supermarket, Rubbermaid makes a line of non-disposable storage containers that are stain proof. They work really well, and are worth investing in a few pieces.

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Did the fruit orange come first or did the colour orange come first?

Are oranges called oranges because they are orange. Or is the colour orange called orange because or the fruit?

Did the fruit orange come first or did the colour orange come first?
the color is called orange after the fruit.


etymologically speaking, the word "orange" comes


from Sanskrit "narangah". the word orange (in its


earlier, old english form "orenge") first appears in


recorded history in the late 14th century (1380).





describing an object's color using the word orange


didn't happen until 1542.
Reply:they were found at the same time together cuz an orange(the fruit) is orange (the color)
Reply:probably the fruit came first


What is the difference between an orange and a grapefruit? nutrition wise?

when you read about different diets, for breakfast you see eat half a grapefruit, why is it a grapefruit and not an orange? whats the difference in nutrition between the two?

What is the difference between an orange and a grapefruit? nutrition wise?
They are very close to each other in terms of nutrition.





Pink grapefruit has more Vitamin A than orange, that's about it.





Grapefruit:


The Good


This food is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Dietary Fiber, and a very good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.





The Bad


A large portion of the calories in this food come from sugars.





Orange


The Good


This food is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Thiamin, Folate and Potassium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber and Vitamin C.





The Bad


A large portion of the calories in this food come from sugars.
Reply:My mom says grapefruit helps you lose weight.
Reply:Grapefruit, pink or red:


Calories-- 185


Fiber-- 2 g


Vitamin C-- 38mg


Potassium-- 166 mg





Orange:


Calories-- 131


Fiber-- 3.1 g


Vitamin C-- 70mg


Potassium-- 237 mg
Reply:oranges are full of vitamin c but idk about grapefruits
Reply:grapefruites are bigger and yellower
Reply:Both are very healthy, but I belive grapefruits have more antioxidants in them, which help prevent cancer.





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Where can I find the orange nike mercurial vapors?

I'm not looking for the orange blaze, im looking for the first vapors that came out they were orange just orange, please give me a website or something where i might find them i've been looking for them over 3 months and when i thought i might find them they wouldnt ship them to the United States and they were probably used, please help me out.

Where can I find the orange nike mercurial vapors?
check out nikeid.com you will find the best nikes you want
Reply:http://cgi.ebay.com/NIKE-MENS-MERCURIAL-...











THEY ARE PROBABLY NOT THE RIGHT SIZE








OR





http://cgi.ebay.com/VGC-Nike-Mercurial-V...


Orange recipe for main course and appetizer?

I need one recipe each for a main course and appetizer for an assignment. Orange has to be the main ingredient. Alchohol and pork are not allowed by the way.


Thankx in advance everyone!

Orange recipe for main course and appetizer?
Orange Pasta Salad





* 5 cups cubed cooked chicken


* 3 cups cooked rotini (corkscrew pasta), (cooked without salt or fat)


* 1 1/2 cups sliced celery


* 1/2 cup sliced green onions


* 1 cup drained pineapple tidbits


* 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained


* 2 kiwifruit, peeled and cut into chunks


* 1 cup mayonnaise


* 1/3 cup vegetable oil


* 2 tablespoons cider vinegar


* 2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate


* 1 1/2 teaspoons salt


* 1 teaspoon dry mustard


* 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted





In a large bowl, combine chicken, pasta, celery, onions, pineapple, oranges and kiwi. In a small bowl, mix the next six ingredients. Pour over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill for several hours. Toss with almonds just before serving.





Orange Fruit Salad





* 1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix


* 1 1/2 cups milk


* 1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed


* 3/4 cup sour cream


* 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained


* 1 (15 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained


* 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments


* 2 bananas, sliced


* 1 apple - peeled, cored and sliced





1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine pudding mix, milk, and orange juice concentrate. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Mix in sour cream.


2. In a large salad bowl, combine fruits. Gently mix in orange dressing. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.








Orange Chicken





* Sauce:


* 1 1/2 cups water


* 2 tablespoons orange juice


* 1/4 cup lemon juice


* 1/3 cup rice vinegar


* 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce


* 1 tablespoon grated orange zest


* 1 cup packed brown sugar


* 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root


* 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic


* 2 tablespoons chopped green onion


* 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes


*


* 3 tablespoons cornstarch


* 2 tablespoons water


*


* Chicken:


* 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces


* 1 cup all-purpose flour


* 1/4 teaspoon salt


* 1/4 teaspoon pepper


* 3 tablespoons olive oil





1. Pour into saucepan 1 1/2 cups water, orange juice, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce; and set over medium-high heat. Stir in orange zest, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and chopped onion. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat, and let cool 10 to 15 minutes.


2. Place chicken pieces into a resealable plastic bag. When contents of saucepan have cooled, pour 1 cup of sauce into bag. Reserve remaining sauce. Seal bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.


3. In another resealable plastic bag, mix the flour, salt, and pepper. Add marinated chicken pieces, and shake to coat.


4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in skillet, and brown on both sides. Remove to paper towels, and cover with aluminum foil.


5. Wipe out the skillet, and add the sauce. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Mix together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water, and stir into sauce. Reduce heat to medium low; stir in chicken pieces, and simmer, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reply:MAIN COURSE: Grilled Salmon With Orange Glaze





INGREDIENTS


1/2 cup orange marmalade


2 teaspoons sesame oil


2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce


1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root


1 garlic clove, crushed


3 tablespoons white rice vinegar (or other white vinegar)


1 pound boneless, skinless salmon fillet, cut in four pieces


6 scallions, thinly sliced with green (optional)


1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds (optional)


1 orange sliced for garnish





DIRECTIONS


Combine marmalade, oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and vinegar. Heat grill. Brush glaze on each side of salmon; grill about 5 minutes on each side. Top with scallions and sesame








Mixed Nuts: appetizer





INGREDIENTS


3 egg whites


2 tablespoons water


3 cups walnut halves


2 cups pecan halves


1 cup whole unblanched almonds


2 cups sugar


2 tablespoons ground cinnamon


2 teaspoons ground ginger


2 teaspoons grated orange peel


1 teaspoon salt


1 teaspoon ground nutmeg


1 teaspoon ground allspice


1/2 teaspoon ground cloves








DIRECTIONS


In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and water until frothy. Add nuts; stir gently to coat. Combine the remaining ingredients. Add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat. Spread into two greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 300 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight container.











**************Chicken salad sandwiches********* appetizer





INGREDIENTS


1 (2 to 3 pound) whole chicken


4 tablespoons olive oil


1 teaspoon salt


1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper





3/4 cup mayonnaise


2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill


1 cup seedless red grapes, sliced


1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained


1/2 cup sunflower seeds





24 miniature croissants








DIRECTIONS


Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).


Brush chicken with olive oil, salt and pepper. Wrap in foil and bake in the preheated oven 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until internal temperature has reached 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).


Remove chicken from heat. Cool, debone and chop.


In a large bowl, mix chicken, mayonnaise and dill. Gently fold in grapes, mandarin oranges and sunflower seeds.


Spread the mixture on miniature croissants. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until serving.
Reply:Pollocon Naranjas (Orange Chicken)


Mix the salt, ground cinnamon and cloves together and then





Meal Category: - Main Course


Cuisine: - Others Special


Preparation Time: - 40 Minutes


Time To Cook: - 30 Minutes


Total Serving Time: - 70 Minutes


Serving number: - 4











Ingredients: -


4 Chicken portions


1 tsp. Salt


º tsp. Ground cloves


2 tbsp. Oil


1 Onion, chopped


2 cloves Garlic, crushed


150 ml. Fresh orange juice


150 ml. Chicken stock


2 tbsp. Raisins


2 Green chillies, seeded and sliced


50 gms. Almonds, thinly sliced


3 Oranges, peeled and thinly sliced


2 tbsp. Chopped fresh coriander


º tsp. Ground cinnamon











Cooking Instruction: -


: Mix the salt, ground cinnamon and cloves together and then


rub this spicy mixture all over the chicken portions to flavour


them.


: Heat the oil in a large frying pan, add the chicken and fry,


turning occasionally, until all the chicken pieces are browned


all over. Remove them from the pan and pour off any excess


fat. Keep the chicken warm.


: Add the onion and garlic to the pan, and sautÈ gently until soft


and golden. Return the chicken to the pan and stir in the


orange juice, chicken stock, raisins and chillies. Cover the pan


and simmer for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and


tender.


: Add the almonds and the orange slices, and stir gently. Heat


thoroughly over low heat for about 5 minutes. Serve the


orange chicken sprinkled with chopped coriander.


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ORANGE BLOSSOM (Appetizer)


Cooking Time : Nil.


Preparation Time : A few min.





Makes 6 glasses.





Ingredients





6 teacups orange juice


3 tablespoons pomegranate (grenadine) syrup


6 tablespoons fresh cream


3 teaspoons lemon juice


crushed ice





All the best :)
Reply:thinly slice oranges and fennel, season with s%26amp;p, drizzle with oo and add some cheese if you'd like

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Why do the leaves on my orange tree curl?

I live in Manteca, CA (heart of cali, and center of Calif. Farming Dist.) I just bought a brand new home in Dec. I planted some fruit trees about 1 month ago. The other trees are doing fine (Cherry, Plum, Apple) My orange tree was fine until i transplanted from the pot to the soil. I have used good fertilizer and followed all directions. The leaves are curling, but still green. The fruit are not producing anymore, although, in the past 3 days, i have seen regrowth of flowers. I can't see why the leaves are curling though. The tree looks "depressed" what can i do?

Why do the leaves on my orange tree curl?
Usually during a transplant the tree goes through a shock and will temporarily loose leaves or even look a bit sick. They will probably not produce fruit for the season in which it was transplanted. (It is said that fruit should be removed the first year of planting, so as not to drag nourishment from the tree in this critical time)





use a good fertilizer and make sure it is staying watered. I mulched around my fruit trees to hold in the moisture, but be careful not to overwater or overfertilize, that could also be the cause of yellowing leaves. Being directly in the harsh sun all day could have that effect too.
Reply:too much fertilizer?





Peach leaf curl, a fungus


What is the best place in Orange County to buy home appliances?

Looking for a new washer and dryer. What is the best place for price, delivery, financing, etc., in Orange County, CA? Sears, Best Buy, Home Depot?

What is the best place in Orange County to buy home appliances?
Costco is the cheapest, though it may not have all the brands. Sears have many brands to choose from, though not the cheapest. Try also Home Depot. Everywhere you go they'll try to get you to pay extra to sign up for extended warranty. Always decline that, because if it works during the normal warranty period, it will work much longer. Besides extended warranty is covered by the local shop, not the brand.