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...]
Health Benefits of Okra
It is believed that Okra had its beginnings in Africa and has spread throughout the world to places such as the United States and Japan. And, okra was cultivated by the Egyptians as far back as the times of Cleopatra. Okra can be enjoyed in many recipes. During World War II okra … [Read more...]
Use Zoysia Grass for a Low Maintenance Lawn
Zoysiagrass is a warm season, low maintenance turf grass. It tolerates heat, drought, and salt spray. The low-growing, sod-forming plants spread by stolons and rhizomes. While it prefers full sun, zoysiagrass will tolerate some shade. Zoysiagrasses green up early in the spring … [Read more...]
Downspout Diverters for Rain Barrels
If you plan on hooking up your downspout to your rain barrel, it’s a good idea to incorporate a downspout diverter into your system. A downspout diverter serves two important functions. First of all, it directs the water that comes down the downspout into the barrel. Then, when … [Read more...]
Growing Bermuda Grass for Lawns
Photo courtesy of woodleywonderworks at Flickr.com. Bermudagrass is a very popular warm season turf grass in tropical and subtropical climates. It establishes quickly, spreads rapidly by stolons and rhizomes, and tolerates traffic and drought. Bermudagrass takes mowing as … [Read more...]
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