Nature can be so fascinating. If you take the time everyday to look at the daily growth of your plants you will be amazed at how much is actually happening in your garden. Just a month ago we were stacked with trees with no leaves and today we have apples, peaches and figs forming on …
What is a Berry? When we think of a berry we often think of raspberries, strawberries and even blackberries. In true botany these are actually not berries. Really? So what is a berry? In Botany, a berry is a fleshy fruit that has many seeds. Now for the interesting fact. Bananas, grapes and tomatoes are …
Berries are truly wonderful to eat especially when they are fresh. Having your own berries at home is not difficult to grow. Whether you like the puckering taste of the Aronia berry or the sweet juicy texture of the strawberry, there is a flavour that will suit every person. With so many varieties available it is no wonder everyone is searching for the sweetest berry. But how healthy are berries actually. Berries are loaded with …
Berries of all different shapes and sizes. The sweetest berry of them all! Read More »
Imagine a small fruit tree with an abundance of fruit. Easy to pick not just for yourself but for your kids as well. Now imagine it anywhere in your garden or even on your balcony. Believe me it is possible. The thought of having a small fruit tree seems satisfying to many people. But going …
Planting that special tree in your garden seems really great but that is not where it should end. It may seem easy just to plant it and wait for the fruit to appear but there are actual benefits to pruning your trees correctly. Although not all trees are the same, they all require sunlight in …
A wide variety of new stock has arrived for Spring and Summer: They are still dormant but nothing to worry about! The sooner you plant the better, as they should start fruiting next season. Apples Grafted Apricots Grafted Bananas Figs Grafted Grapes Guavas Grafted Nectarines grafted Peaches Grafted Pears Grafted Plums Grafted Prunes Grafted Wonderful …
