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Foraged Food - Raan Bhaaji
Did you know that the heavy monsoon downpour usually make it impossible to grow vegetables in some areas, ours included? In the...
New Leaf Observer
Sep 7, 20211 min read


Monsoon TLC for Your Green Babies
Even the first drops of rain seem to breathe new life into our plants. We are surrounded by new leaves, new shoots and every single...
New Leaf Observer
Jun 27, 20212 min read


Once Upon A Beaten Old Path
A flood of childhood memories exploded as I walked past one of these laden bushes today. Of summer vacations... of setting off to pick...
New Leaf Observer
May 14, 20212 min read


Gardeners' Friend in a Bottle
Heard of Vermiwash but not sure what it is? Let's begin with what's in it for your potted plants, your terrace garden or the garden in...
New Leaf Observer
May 8, 20212 min read


For the love of rice... Indrayani
Love it or hate it... that's the way it goes with the famed Indrayani rice. Medium long grain. Appetizingly fragrant. Delectable taste....
New Leaf Observer
Jan 22, 20211 min read


Jeevamrut - The elexir of life
Yes, that's literally what Jeevamrut means! And why not... it is no less than a magic potion for plants, potted or otherwise. Jeevamrut...
New Leaf Observer
Dec 11, 20201 min read


Amla, The All-Indian Nutrients Powerhouse
In India, there's a hardly a household that would be unfamiliar with the mighty little Indian gooseberry, namely Amla! While ancient...
New Leaf Observer
Dec 7, 20202 min read


'Organic'... Just a fad?
”Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.” ― Hippocrates We recently came across this page from a full-time farmer's own...
New Leaf Observer
Dec 3, 20201 min read


A scoopful of passion!
Imagine a blend pineapple, papaya, mango, musk melon and lime, with a heady fruity-floral aroma added in... that how Passion Fruit would...
New Leaf Observer
Nov 4, 20201 min read


The Best Use of Clay Pebbles
These pH neutral, nutrient-free pebbles are multifunctional, they take on different roles depending on how they are used!
New Leaf Observer
Oct 21, 20201 min read


They make Black Gold
They live a thick layer beneath, well beyond what the eye can spy. They work day and night. They devour cow dung and dig into organic...
New Leaf Observer
Oct 8, 20201 min read


A Wheatgrass Shot A Day Keeps The Doctor Away!
Have you considered growing your own wheatgrass? Here's one power-packed shot that's so so doable.
New Leaf Observer
Sep 28, 20202 min read


Wash-Moisturize... Steer Clear of Germs
Today as we battle COVID-19 with lockdowns and social distancing, we’ve realized how very important it is to wash, wash and rewash our...
New Leaf Observer
Sep 28, 20202 min read


To Ghee Or Not To Ghee!
Ghee, an integral part of any traditional Indian meal, has gone in and out of fashion numerous times over the decades. Opinions remain...
New Leaf Observer
Sep 28, 20202 min read
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