If you’ve ever been walking in the woods, enjoying the sights and sounds of nature, then you may have noticed a particular type of shrubbery with bright red berries that seem too beautiful to be true – the dogwood berry. Fruits of the dogwood tree, these berries have spawned a million questions and debates. Can …
Crocus flowers are members of the Iridaceae family. They are low-growing plants with lovely purple, white pink, and red flowers. The crocus flower dates back to 1500 BC and is native to South Europe and West Asia. Because of its long history, it appears frequently in ancient Indian, Greek, Roman, and legends and folklore. These …
Like other trees, the orange tree has a rich history that gives it meaning and symbolism. The orange tree is a Rutaceae family member that is native to South East Asia and the Malay Archipelago. It is a citrus plant introduced to the United States by Ponce de Leon in the early 1500s. This post …
Dragon fruit, also known as Pitahaya or Strawberry pear, is a tropical fruit known for its bright red skin and sweet pulp dotted with seeds. Its unique appearance and acclaimed superfood powers have made it popular among foodies and the health-conscious. What is Dragon Fruit? Dragon fruit grows on the Hylocereus cactus, an epiphytic evergreen, …
Best Berries to Grow In Containers Containers are the perfect choice for growing berries. Containers can be placed on your patio or balcony and provide fresh fruit that is ripe when it’s time for harvesting. Below are various types of berries that do well when grown in containers. Strawberries Strawberries are among the best berries …
For those new to container gardening, it can feel overwhelming to balance all of the different needs of your plants. However, if you manage just a few key factors well, your plants will thrive, and your container garden will look beautiful. We’ve rounded up our top tips for easy tricks to keep your container garden …
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A Hot-Set Tomato Hybrid for Hot Climates We have a heat-hardy tomato plant that withstands summer’s harsh temperatures! Those of us that live in the south are familiar with the woes of trying to grow tomatoes. When summer temperatures climb, our tomato plants begin to waiver. When exposed to long bouts of heat, tomatoes inherently …
Information on Solar Fire Tomatoes Solar Fire tomatoes have nothing to do with tomatoes that are spicy. They have been developed by botanical researchers at the University of Florida in the USA. The name “Solar fire” has been deduced due to its exceptional ability to grow in the hot summer months. Individuals and farmers themselves …
Quick Navigation Choose a reservoirSet up the growing containerPreparing your wicksSelecting your growing medium and preparing to plantPick a nutrient solution specific to strawberriesMaintain low saltSee the lightHand pollinate or use natural pollinatorsHappy growing! The method of growing plants in the water which is fully nutrient instead of in soil is called hydroponics. You can apply …
