The tomato plant, Solanum lycopersicum, is native to South America, where it was first cultivated by the Aztecs who used the juicy red fruit in cooking. Its usage has since spread around the world, with some 7500 varieties now grown with names like Early Girl, Better Boy, Roma, … [Read more...]
Guide to Growing Juliet Tomatoes
The Juliet is one of the most popular of small "cherry" style tomatoes grown. They are known as a "grape" tomato not only for their shape, but also for their high sugar content (the trait that sets most grapes apart from cherries). The small, 1-2 oz. fruits are tasty, robust, and … [Read more...]
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
Nothing says "fall" like roasted pumpkin seeds. They are both traditional and tasty as well as surprisingly good for you. Recent studies suggest that pumpkin seeds may help lower your chances of getting diabetes or having kidney problems. Pumpkin seeds are also high in many … [Read more...]
Guide to Growing Better Boy Tomatoes
The Better Boy is a hybrid tomato that is prized by home growers for its median maturity rate (70-75 days), and consistently excellent smooth-skinned fruits with a classic flavor. They are extremely popular thanks to their resistance to Verticillium and Fusarium Wilt. They are … [Read more...]
Onion Alternatives to Grow in the Garden
Sometimes, you just want an alternative to the onion. It could be for health reasons, it could be for culinary diversity, or it might be because you're tired of growing the same basic onions and want something different in the garden. Whatever your reasons, there are a lot of … [Read more...]
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