Companion planting refers to the practice of planting certain plant species together for their benefit. The technical process is called allelopathy, which is when one organism produces biochemicals that benefit another organism. In terms of plants, companion planting is based on the principle that certain plants repel or attract bugs that benefit other plants. …
Holland Papaya Scientific Name: Carica Papaya The Holland Papaya (also called Malaysian Papaya) is known as one of the tastiest and sweetest varieties of papaya. It has a red juicy flesh inside which is a real treat to eat. Papaya seeds contain an outer layer of gelatinous goo that keeps them from germinating inside of …
Sugar-apple (sweetsop) Scientific name: Annona squamosa Custard apples are delectable fruits that are quite easy to grow in South Africa. The tropical and sub-tropical conditions are ideal for fruiting, while hotter, drier conditions yield the best flowers. These trees are aptly named, as the fruit tastes exactly like they sound – creamy, vanilla-infused apples with real custard …
Cranberries are evergreen dwarf shrubs that produce beautiful dark-pink flowers with petals that flex outwards. The berry fruits are larger than the leaves and turn from green to red when ripe, but remain a bit more sour than sweet in flavour. They are delicious to eat and rewarding to have in the garden, although they …
MEXICAN CHERRY TREES Also known as the Capulin Cherry. This is a large, fast-growing tree that is especially pretty when it’s in bloom. Its dangling shoots become covered in masses of flowers, which bloom in the early spring on slender branches. The flowers have white petals and a distinct tuft of stamens. The cherry starts …
Whether you’re an avid farming or gardening enthusiast or an occasional “potterer”, cross-pollination is relevant. Understanding it is easy and helps you to create a healthy, productive garden that produces more fruit. What is Cross-Pollination? This process happens naturally, but can also be engineered. It involves putting the pollen from one plant onto the …
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