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...]
How to Build a Strawberry Planter: Tips and Plans
Strawberry planters are available at nurseries and by mailorder, but by building your own, you’ll save money and have a high-quality container that's custom-made for your garden space. Planting strawberries in planters tames their slightly invasive nature and simplifies … [Read more...]
Growing Strawberries: The Ultimate Guide
If the allure of glistening, jewel-like berries lying in a bed of dark green leaves isn’t enough to convince you to grow strawberries, the homegrown taste will. Garden strawberries are soft, fragrant and full of strawberry flavor, and frankly, taste nothing like commercially … [Read more...]