grace
We have a nutmeg tree and we get nutmegs every year. The nutmeg fruit cracks on the tree itself and then drops down.
The outer cover is discarded and the mace – red in colour – is separated from the nutmeg. Both the nutmeg and the mace is then dried.
Nutmeg and mace are both spices that are used in many dishes. Both have a strong pleasant smell. Birds get attracted to this tree and they come in groups and chirp away.
The peculiarity of a nutmeg tree is that one has to plant two trees to bear fruit.
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Have you seen a fresh nutmeg?
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Yes
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This must save you some money because nutmeg is essential for cooking.
We do not use nutmeg that frequently
I have never seen fresh nutmeg. This is a great spice.
Even here it is not that common.
Never seen such fresh nutmeg.
I am sure they grow in your country.
Well well. I have never seen fresh nutmeg. I have never even thought about where it comes from. Shame on me. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Wow. How awesome to have one.
My garden has several yielding trees and nutmeg is one of them.
Another thing I didn’t know was about the mace. We use it here in tortillas. I guess I really need to read more about spices.
Mace is quite expensive but not as expensive as the other spice – Saffron
I have not seen fresh nutmeg. Is this becoming a big tree? How can I plant nutmeg here in Spain?
I am waiting as well for your answers. This is great Grace. I might need to research this. I would love one as well here.
They grow into sizeable trees and yield profusely. I see Ads relating to this post – target Ads. I am happy for Virily.
I see a nutmeg tree for just under 5 dollars.. 🙂
Wow!!! Go for it Kim but you must plant two trees for the tree to yield. That is what you will read when you search further.