Growing Peaches Peaches originate from the China mainland. Alexander the Great brought them back to Greece. They survive well in temperate climates across the Mediterranean and the Spaniards introduced them to the Americas. Grown on trees, peaches have three growth stages. The … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Oranges
Oranges are round citrus fruits that grow best in tropical climates and are harvested in late fall or early winter. There are a variety of oranges. Most common are the sweet oranges or Citrus sinensis. These are the Navel, Mandarin, Valencia and Jaffa varieties. A new hybrid, … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Grapes
Grapes are of the genus Vitas. Grapes come in many varieties and colors such as crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green and pink. Grapes grow on perennial woody vines which must be trained and pruned properly in order to maximize the yield. Growing Grapes There … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Lemon
Lemons originated in India and are part of the citrus family. Lemons most likely were introduced to the United States by Catholic Missionaries when they planted them in California and Arizona. However, lemons may have been introduced by Columbus at St. Augustine, Florida before … [Read more...]
The Health Benefits of Asparagus
Did you know the asparagus is actually a part of the lily family? There are over 300 varieties, but only 20 are edible. Growing Asparagus Asparagus is a vegetable for the patient gardener. It is a long-surviving perennial that can last up to 15 years as long as it is in a soil … [Read more...]