Of all the fruits, strawberries are among the easiest to grow and are a good choice to grow as container plants. Winterizing your potted strawberry plants will keep them happy year after year. Pots used to grow strawberries are usually made of terra cotta; the reddish-orange … [Read more...]
15 Easy to Grow Berries You Should Consider
by Jennifer Poindexter Would you like to grow fruit around your home? Are you confused about which fruits to grow and where? One of the easiest fruits to grow are berries. There are many varieties, but most are simple to grow and care for. Not to mention, berries can be … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Better Results Growing Strawberries
Who doesn’t like strawberries? They’re a fabulous accompaniment to many meals. You can have them in your tart pastry filling, salad, or cereal topper or smoothie flavoring! Do you want to grow strawberries? You only need a couple of strawberry growing tips to … [Read more...]
Antioxidant Compound in Strawberries May Fight Neurodegenerative Disease
Scientists at the Salk Institute have found further evidence that a natural compound in strawberries reduces cognitive deficits and inflammation associated with aging in mice. The work, which appeared in the Journals of Gerontology Series A in June 2017, builds on the team's … [Read more...]
Protecting Strawberries and Raspberries in Winter
Strawberries and raspberries are among the easiest fruits to grow in the home garden. Strawberries are productive for three to five years, while a well-tended raspberry patch may produce fruit for 15 to 20 years. Depending on the variety, strawberries and raspberries are cold … [Read more...]