by Matt Gibson (revised and updated) The 30-second version: Blossom-end rot isn't a disease and it isn't contagious. It's a calcium problem inside the fruit — and that's almost always caused by uneven watering, not by a lack of calcium in your soil. Fix your … [Read more...]
Corn vs. Maize: What’s the Difference? (It Depends on Where You Live)
Quick answer: Corn and maize are the same plant — Zea mays. "Corn" is the everyday word used in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. "Maize" is the scientific, international, and British English term. Both are correct; it simply depends on where you are and what context … [Read more...]
Common Lawn Mushrooms: 3 That Are Poisonous and 6 That Are Safe
By Erin Marissa Russell Found a mushroom growing in your yard? Before you touch it, know what you're looking at. Some of the most dangerous mushrooms in North America look deceptively ordinary — bright white, clean, even pretty. This guide covers the 3 most common poisonous … [Read more...]
Is Watermelon a Fruit or a Vegetable? Technically, It’s Both — and Here’s Why
Is watermelon a fruit or a vegetable? The honest answer: it depends on who you ask. Botanists call it a fruit — technically a berry, of all things. Gardeners grow it exactly like a vegetable. And the state of Oklahoma has officially declared it their state vegetable. All three … [Read more...]
Is a Cherry a Berry? No — And the Real Answer Is Weirder Than You Think
If you've ever wondered whether a cherry is a berry, you're not alone — the question gets searched hundreds of thousands of times a year. The short answer: no, a cherry is not a berry. It's actually a drupe, which puts it in the same botanical family as peaches, plums, and … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- …
- 234
- Next Page »