By Julie Christensen Robert McClosky’s classic children’s book, Blueberries for Sal, illustrates the simple pleasure of spending a day in the woods picking wild berries. Wild berries grow throughout the U.S. and, in most cases, are free for the taking. Pay attention to your … [Read more...]
How to Grow Figs
Fig trees are an often-overlooked backyard tree that produces very tasty, high-nutrition fruits. Â In many parts of the world, figs are a staple food. Locations Where Figs Can Be Grown Figs will grow in areas rated Zone 8 or higher. Â That's a limited area in the U.S., though … [Read more...]
Guide To Growing Wine Grapes
Most areas of the United States that are not deserts or very cold can grow some variety of grape. Most traditional wine grapes require a longer growing season, but many varieties do not and home-based and small wineries are popping up all over the country. In Canada, the … [Read more...]
Growing Specialty Fruits
Sometimes, it's just fun to try something new and different. Depending on your climate and zone, there are several fun varieties of exotic fruits you can try. These can add some pizazz to your garden and dinner plate. Why not give some of these unusual fruits a shot this … [Read more...]
Backyard Fruits and Berries
It requires less space than most people think to grow fruit in your own back yard. Or even front yard, for that matter. Most fruit-bearing plants and trees are also decorative and look good as part of a landscape. If you're trying to homestead or become self-sufficient in … [Read more...]
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