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...]
The Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries are one of the easiest fruits to grow, either inside or in your garden. Each plant can produce up to a quart of fruit. Growing Strawberries There are three common varieties of strawberries - Day Neutral, Ever bearing and June bearing. Day Neutrals and Everbearing … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Lime
The lime has the scientific name Citrus Aurantifolia. Historically limes were utilized by sailors to prevent scurvy. Limes began on the Indian subcontinent and have spread throughout Europe and to the United States. In the US limes are grown in Florida, California and Arizona as … [Read more...]