Planting, Growing And Harvesting Citrus Fruits

Planting, Growing And Harvesting Citrus Fruits

Although Citrus is a subtropical genus, northern gardeners can grow lemons, oranges, and other citrus trees in containers to enjoy fresh citrus fruit. Standard-size grapefruit and orange trees can grow 18 to 22 feet tall, whereas dwarf varieties only grow 8 to 12...
Rapid Multiplication of Pineapple Suckers

Rapid Multiplication of Pineapple Suckers

Pineapple ranks next to citrus as raw materials for the fruit drink and fruit canning industries. The non-availability of large quantities of uniform planting materials has been identified as the serious limiting factor in the development of pineapple growing. Large...
Steps to Conserve the Soil

Steps to Conserve the Soil

Soil Conservation The soil, which is the basis of human existence, is very important. It not only plays a role in how things grow, but in the air that we breathe. The soil consists of mineral components and organic matter which help in the growth and development of...
Benefits of Legumes to the Health

Benefits of Legumes to the Health

Legumes are basically a family of vegetables or plants that feature a pod with seeds inside it. These seeds are sometimes referred to as pulses or edible seeds. Legumes include peas, beans, peanuts, and lentils. The richness of legumes in vitamins and minerals is the...
How To Grow Grapefruits

How To Grow Grapefruits

Grapefruits are actually relatively modern. They have existed for only a couple hundred years. Grapefruits are a hybrid of the pomelo and the sweet orange, though in some regions they are mistaken for pomelos. Most believe that grapefruits were a natural hybrid,...
Harvesting And Storing Okra

Harvesting And Storing Okra

Okra matures quickly, especially if you have hot weather which the plant prefers. Harvesting okra can be tricky, however, because you have to harvest the pods before they become tough. It takes only about four days from the time of flowering to the time to pick okra....