ORIGIN Scientists believe that apples were first domesticated in south Kazakhstan as early as 2000 BC. The Greeks and Romans actually introduced the apple to North Africa and Europe. Apple Trees are actually a member of the Rose Family and the strawberry, plum, pear and blackberry fruits are actually sisters. Forbidden Fruit Apples have appearedContinue reading “The History of an Apple Tree”
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Apple Tree Companion Plants
Apples go great in all types of dishes but what if you could plant other fruits, vegetables or herbs to be ready at the same time as when the Apple Tree starts producing. Below is a list of companion plants that should also be ready to harvest in October for some really yummy combination recipes.Continue reading “Apple Tree Companion Plants”
Plant of the Month Recipes – October – Apple
It’s October, cool crisp fall is in the air, the leaves are turning colors, the smell of pumpkin spice in every store, festivals and best of all apple picking. This is why we made Apple our Plant for the Month for October. Apples are absolutely delicious, sweet, sometimes tart and very low calorie fruit. WhenContinue reading “Plant of the Month Recipes – October – Apple”
Plant of the Month Recipes – September – Watermelon
For the Month of September we decided to make Watermelon our favorite plant of the month. Watermelon is scrumptiously delicious, sweet, low calorie and refreshing vine like fruit. When to Grow: From late spring to early summer Zone: Anywhere that has Warmer Climates (3-11) Where: They do best in loamy, somewhat-sandy, well-drained soil with a lotContinue reading “Plant of the Month Recipes – September – Watermelon”
Plant of the Month – Aug – Carrot
For the month of August we decided to make the Carrot as our favorite plant of the month. Why do you say the Carrot? Well the carrot is a root vegetable that is full of flavor and texture; can be grown in any climate; and are easy to grow. Check out the below recipes toContinue reading “Plant of the Month – Aug – Carrot”
Tomato Companion Plants
Not only can you plant Tomato’s in July but you can ALSO plant Companion Plants that will help it grow, help prevent diseases/bugs and use them together in Recipes! Basil Its a bit of a coincidence that our Plant of the Month for June was Basil as these plants pair so well not only togetherContinue reading “Tomato Companion Plants”
July’s Plant of the Month – Tomato
Basil and Tomatoes are considered a match made in Heaven! That is why we have chosen the Tomato as our Plant of the Month for July. Recipes: Sides, Soups, Part of Salads or Mains Growing: April – October Zone: 3-10 Where: Full Sun (at least 8 hrs of sunlight per day). Versatile Planting: Can beContinue reading “July’s Plant of the Month – Tomato”
Plant of the Month Recipes – Basil
Did someone say Basil? We’re making it the Plant of the Month! Why Basil? Taste: This wonderful plant has a strong, pungent, often sweet smell with a taste somewhat like Anise. Recipes: It can be used in everything from savory to desert dishes and can also be used in mixed drinks and smoothies! Growing: GrowsContinue reading “Plant of the Month Recipes – Basil”
