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Cuban Oregano – Everything That You Must Know About It

August 12, 2021 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Cuban oregano

Last updated on May 29th, 2022 at 08:41 pmCuban oregano is a plant that originates from eastern and southern Africa. So, centuries ago, Arab traders brought it to the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and India. After that, it was taken to Europe and eventually made its way to the Americas during the colonial era . What’s […]

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Sugar Apple Tree – A Complete Guide to Growing the Trees with the Sweetest Fruit Successfully

July 29, 2021 by Jenny Leave a Comment

A sugar apple tree

Last updated on May 29th, 2022 at 08:43 pmPeople all around the world love the sugar apple fruit for its heavenly sweet flavor. It makes a great addition to desserts, fruit salads, and drinks. Previously it was believed that the sugar apple was native to India, but today, its origin is believed to be from […]

Filed Under: Plant Guide, Fruit, All Things Garden, Trees Tagged With: sugar apple tree, sugar apple, trees, fruit, fruit trees, Growing Fruit Trees, Fruit Tree Gardening

Calamansi Tree Care: The Complete Guide

July 22, 2021 by Jenny 4 Comments

Calamansi planting

Last updated on November 7th, 2021 at 12:49 amCalamansi, or calamondin, is a citrus fruit that originates from the Philippines. That is why it’s also known as the Philippine lemon and Philippine lime. They look like oranges or lemons. Also, they’re rich in vitamin C, like most citrus fruits. However, the peel is sweet, and […]

Filed Under: Plant Guide, Fruit, All Things Garden, Trees Tagged With: Calamansi gardening, Calamansi tips, citrus, citrus fruit, Calamansi planting, Calamansi, fruit

Are You Trying to Grow Brandywine Tomatoes? Here is What You Need to Do

May 25, 2021 by Jenny 1 Comment

Last updated on November 6th, 2021 at 11:18 pmBrandywine tomato is the oldest kind of tomato found in America. It is extremely popular, yet many people prefer to buy it from a farmer’s market. They do not grow Brandywine tomatoes at home because the crop always fails. You can find Brandywine tomatoes in many different […]

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Heart-Shaped Plants – An Expression of Love

May 17, 2021 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on May 25th, 2021 at 05:49 pmWhat is the purest form of love? How do you tell someone you love them without putting it into words? How do you let them know about your irrevocable love without spelling it out every day? Easy! By sending them a gift – a gift that says […]

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Beautiful Winter Blooming Plants

September 24, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Though I absolutely love the holiday season, I can’t help but get a little sad when the cold weather hits. It’s pretty tricky to grow plants in the freezing cold weather, is all! But did you know that there are some cold-hardy plants that bloom RIGHT in the middle of winter? You’ll love the color […]

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22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow

September 17, 2020 by Jenny 18 Comments

Food Scraps, Food that Regrows, Food Regrow, Vegetable garden, Vegetable gardening, vegetable propagation

Last updated on May 29th, 2022 at 05:18 pmStop throwing old food scraps away, because believe it or not, there are ways to regrow food from scraps! Here are 22 foods that magically regrow when placed in water. You’ll never have to buy celery, lettuce, or green onions again. 22 Food Scraps That Magically Regrow […]

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5 Fast-Growing Perennial Climbing Flowering Vines

August 5, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

I love perennial flowering vines! They grow so quickly. In only a few years they can transform your backyard into something that looks as if it came out of the film The Secret Garden. If the thought of a climbing vine is exactly what your yard needs, check out these 5 fast-growing climbing flowering vines. […]

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Gardening For Beginners: Vegetables to Start From Seed

July 9, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Gardening for beginners can be tough..trust me, I would know! It can be especially tricky to start a garden from scratch, especially if you don’t have much experience. If you are vowing to start a vegetable garden from seed during your next growing season, use these basic ideas, tricks, and hacks to get your garden […]

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Vegetable Garden Layout Tips and Tricks

July 9, 2020 by Jenny 5 Comments

Last updated on February 10th, 2022 at 09:49 pmVegetable gardeners everywhere all have one thing in common; they dream of high vegetable yields! High vegetable yields definitely mean more bang for your buck, and I’m sure all of your neighbors would gladly take any excess veggies off your hands! Read on for tips and tricks […]

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