Eating a truly healthy diet can sometimes be a drag. It’s often expensive and requires being able to make it to the grocery store pretty often because most healthy foods don’t have preservatives added to them that keep them shelf-stable for long periods of time. But, how would … [Read more...]
Thin Your Fruit to Prevent Rotting in Backyard Orchards
Though it can be comforting to eye those weighted-down branches on your fruit trees and anticipate the harvest, the sad fact is that fruit that's too tightly clustered on the tree can begin to rot. While there are chemical solutions to some of the factors that cause rotting, a … [Read more...]
Complete Guide to Starting a Home Orchard: Apples, Pears, Cherries, Plums and Peaches
A home orchard can supply you with delicious, low-cost fresh fruit, attract pollinators and provide shade and beauty. It requires a small investment of money and a large investment of time and patience. Choosing Orchard Trees Select trees adapted to your climate. Consult your … [Read more...]
How to Grow Plums
If you love the juicy sweetness of plums, and the plum season doesn't last nearly long enough for you, consider growing your own. When you couple the beauty of a plum tree with the delicious, healthy produce, you've got an all around win. And speaking of health, plums are chock … [Read more...]
How to Grow a Pineapple Indoors
What's not to love about pineapple? One sweet, juicy bite reels your senses right into a more tropical version of life. Aside from its sunny flavor and the beachy mental imagery, pineapple is packed with nutrients that can dramatically improve your physical health. From … [Read more...]
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