Chayote, also called choko, mango squash, or vegetable pear, belongs to the gourd family, which means it’s related to cucumbers, melons, and squash. It is, in fact, a perennial vine with fruits that look like pears. Many people want to learn how to grow chayote in their own backyards because they like its taste and […]
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The Best Winter Fruits That Are in Season
During the winter, many people become depressed due to the lack of sunlight and cold weather. While you can’t change the fact that it is dark and cold outside, studies have found that eating a healthy diet will help reduce your chance of becoming depressed. Two foods you should eat plenty of are fruits and […]
7 Ways to Use Raspberries for a Delicious Treat Next Summer
Raspberries are tangy, sweet, and go so well with a lot of different things. You might think that since raspberries aren’t in season, you don’t need to pay them a lot of attention. However, you can plan for next summer. By the time summer comes around, you’ll be so excited to try these ways to […]
Why Your Apple Tree Doesn’t Produce Fruit: Problems and Solutions
It’s fall time, the perfect season for homemade apple pies and warm apple cider. However, you find yourself having a problem. Where are all your apples? You have an apple tree that has reached maturity and has produced fruit in the past, but where are they now? Don’t fret. This can happen to many trees […]
Delicious Fall Fruits and Vegetables to Eat This Year
The fruits and vegetables in the produce department of your local store will change as fall sets in. That is because they will be stocking up on what is in harvest this time of year. You’ll also find a large abundance of fruit and vegetables at local farmer’s market. With so many fruits and vegetables […]
6 Exotic Fruits to Try for a New Fruit Experience
Most Americans are familiar with typical fruits like apples, oranges, bananas, and strawberries. But have you ever branched out and tried a fruit you’ve never heard of before? There are so many flavors that you haven’t experienced yet. Next time you go to the grocery store, really look around at all the different fruits they […]