January is the perfect time to sow beans, beetroot, carrots, sweet corn, radish and spinach. If you happen to have seedlings of chillies, tomatoes, basil, lettuce, celery, parsley and brinjal, this would be a great time to plant them too. Your existing fruit trees will enjoy some fertiliser, especially after the heavy rains. If you …
Frantoio Olives are primarily grown in Tuscany but your garden will do just as well. These olives are mainly used to make olive oil which are one of the fruitiest varieties available. Unlike other varieties that grow like a bush, this tree with its airy canopy will stand out in your garden. Olives can be …
Tropical fruit trees encompass diverse species known for their delicious fruits and ability to thrive in warm, humid climates. These tropical fruit trees vary in their specific requirements but generally thrive in warm, frost-free climates with consistent moisture and ample sunlight. Many are also cultivated in subtropical regions, with slight variations in their growth …
Roots that grow from somewhere other than the original seed or the main root are called adventitious roots. When plants are grown from other parts of a plant, such as a stem, leaf, or root cutting, this is called vegetative propagation and results in the plants being genetically identical to their parent. In the case …
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The altered winter conditions have influenced the behavior and distribution of plant and animal species in South Africa. For instance, certain plants may bloom earlier or later than usual, and migratory patterns of birds or other animals might shift due to changing weather patterns. May seems to be the new June, and spring potentially …
So you have finally bought your favourite fruit tree and managed to plant it exactly the way you were told. All that is left to do now, is just wait for the fruit. But then you did some research and found out about chilling hours. Is it really necessary? will this have an impact on …
