Helen888 Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 We've a lot of walnuts,which I love, but I've have no idea how todry them (in their green husks or out) and don't know how to tell whenthey're ripe (maybe when they fall from tree). Very grateful for anytips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex Forum Admin Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Hi,there was a thread on this before if I remember....ah yes here it is: http://www.completefrance.com/cs/forums/539778/ShowPost.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 A dog, a woman and a walnut tree, the harder you beat 'em the better they be!I think you have to somehow beat the tree to get the walnuts to fall. Presumably if they don't fall ther're not ripe!By the way before all the ladies start I'm not the author of the opening statement.Benjaminedit: and Christine Animal as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassis Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Just let them drop. They should then come out of their green casing all by themselves and you won't stain your hands black getting them out if you pick them or knock them from the branches still in their casing.Let the shells dry out if they are damp before you put them away to store in a cool, dry place. Those left from last year are still okay and we've been collecting this year's from the ground for at least 3 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastines Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Same here, they just drop when ready. After the winds of the last few days and the heavy rain, I've just collected 5 buckets of them. I just lay them on trays in the greenhouse and when dry put them in bags and hang them up. Those my wife doesn't use in cakes etc and what we don't give away,I smash up for the birds. Some bad news though, the runner beans are now finished and we've also eaten all the carrots. Looking forward to our Pumpkin soup, with ginger/onion/lentils and a handfull of small pasta[whose correct name escapes me, like small shells].Regards.5mins ST.Malo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoddy Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 You need to allow the air to circulate around them. It's also a good idea to turn them from time to time, especially if they're very damp when you pick them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deimos Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 I must confess that with the lower ones I wait for the green "shells" to split decently, then open them on the tree to get the nut out (easier than finding them on the ground. Searching the ground is all I can do for the higher ones though (but I've only the one tree so its not too much work).Must confess Last year I hardly let they dry at all. They tasted quite "milky" when fresh (no idea if they are dangerous to eat before the have dried).Out of interest, are most walnuts hybrids or can one plant a walnut age (eventually) get a new tree than will give nuts. I'd love to get some more trees and I guess the sooner I start the better as I believe they take ages before giving nuts. Maybe I'd be better off buying some young trees - any thoughts ?Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 [quote user="Benjamin"]A dog, a woman and a walnut tree, the harder you beat 'em the better they be!I think you have to somehow beat the tree to get the walnuts to fall. Presumably if they don't fall ther're not ripe!By the way before all the ladies start I'm not the author of the opening statement.Benjaminedit: and Christine Animal as well.[/quote]A man who tries beating me will be very sorry.[:@] Or come to think of it he may enjoy the response.[:-))] A quick sharp Karate chop straight on the adams apple.[:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 By the way..... did anyone try dying their hair with that black stuff that comes out of walnuts? If someone wants me to do it I will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoddy Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 DeimosMy neighbour, who grows walnuts commercially, dismisses all self-set plants as "sauvage" and not worth growing. He grows Grand Jean for patisserie and Franquette for oil. Hoddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 [quote user="Just Katie "]By the way..... did anyone try dying their hair with that black stuff that comes out of walnuts? If someone wants me to do it I will. [/quote]Now there's an idea.................. himself has lovely black finger tips at the mo'( i did tell him not to pick the ones out of the skins..........men, he did it just to annoy me!!) and the walnut wine i made is a lovely colour............... It's the new Henna methinks. JK you could be rich with this one (i may have pinched your idea though!) I'm up for trying it!Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Please Lou try it. I suggested it months ago and they laughed me off the stage. I think I will run down to Newport tomorrow to patent this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayJay Posted October 6, 2006 Share Posted October 6, 2006 Does it cover grey????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Ok.................this could work! How do you reckon i should try it?? I have during the summer been using that 'sun in stuff' so i reckon it'll take really well! I'm a self hair dying expert (or not as the case may be!) I've been dying my hair for years (Always myself, from bleached white, bright yellow, to purple and also black) Laughed at you JK!! Some folks have no vision!!!I am soooooo going to have to try it now!Ps. if you do patent it and become rich and famous.....can i supply you with the walnut husks!! [:D]Get thinking of a brand name!Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 That is what I suggested months ago and nobody replied. I do not know how to do it myself but there was a thread not so long ago about walnuts. I cannot do it myself because the walnut harvest is wales is c rap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Just told my mates about my idea and they told me they were mad for sharing it. I am aquarian and therefore full of ideas. So says Russel Grant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Looks like someone has already thought of ithttp://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-some-homemade-hair-dyes.htm says Another homemade hair dye can be created usingwalnut husks and water. To make this dye, simply boil the husks inwater for about 15 minutes. After boiling, strain the mixture and usethe liquid to color your hair. This homemade hair dye is good formaking brown hair darker.I still reckon you could brand / market it right you could be on to something!!Ps.....i will try it anyway (Sunday though as i am going out in public tomorrow night!)Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Take it girl. Quick before they all get up from bed and nick it for themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 [quote user="jayjay"]Does it cover grey?????[/quote]same site as above jayjay: if you are hoping to find a homemade hair dye tocover your greys, consider using sage and rosemary. Simply simmer sageand rosemary in water for about half an hour. Next, leave the mixtureto steep for several hours. After the allotted time has passed, applythe mixture to your hair and leave it on until it is dry. Finally,rinse and dry your hair as usual. You may need to repeat this processon a weekly basis in order to obtain the shade you want.Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayJay Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 I'll have to pluck up the courage to try that, like you, when I'm not going out in public![;-)] Thanks LouiseUm.................. it doesn't actually say what colour it goes!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 What do you mean. THANKS LOUISE??? UMMM? UMM? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meg Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Found on different site jayjay: Saffron hair dye: One pinch of saffron. About five hundred ml of boiling water. Soak saffron in water for 10 minutes. Strain and use it on the hair. Grey hair will have rich golden shade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayJay Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Well, I won't be using walnuts, will I? OK, thanks Katie![kiss] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Go on Jay Jay. Be a sport. Nobody sees you in daylight anyway so what are the odds? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayJay Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 [quote user="Just Katie "]Go on Jay Jay. Be a sport. Nobody sees you in daylight anyway so what are the odds? [/quote]Cheeky JK![:P] Aren't they lucky!Louise, I like the sound of golden highlights, cheers dear!Er.........I think we've gone off topic girls! Walnuts, walnuts, walnuts!!!! [Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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