Gardening is the practice of growing and cultivating plants, typically in a backyard or other outdoor space. It can involve a wide range of activities, including planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control.
Gardening can be done for a variety of reasons, including to produce food, to beautify the landscape, or simply for the enjoyment of tending to plants.
There are many different types of gardens, including vegetable gardens, flower gardens, herb gardens, and fruit gardens. The type of garden that is right for you will depend on your interests and the climate in which you live.
Some common vegetables that are grown in a garden include tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and lettuce. Flowers that can be grown include roses, daisies, and sunflowers. Herbs that are common in a garden include rosemary, basil, and mint.
The largest tomato in regular commercial production is the Beefsteak tomato (Solanum lycopersicum “Beefsteak”). Beefsteak tomatoes are known for their large, ridged, irregularly shaped fruit. Which weigh on average from 6-10 oz (170-280 g) to a record-breaking 7 lbs. 12 oz. (3.51kg). The name “Beefsteak” originates in the US. Where the Campbell Soup Company first …
The Peanut Plant is an annual herbaceous plant. Indigenous to Bolivia, Peru, and Paraguay. But is now widespread throughout the world. The domesticated peanut (Arachis hypogaea) does not exist in the wild. And is possibly a hybrid of two wild species (Arachis ipaensis and Arachis duransis). As members of the bean or legume (Fabaceae) family …
Said to originate from Hawaii (by way of Polynesia). The Variegated Banana Tree or Musa x paradisiaca “Ae Ae” is a highly sought-after, hybrid banana plant. Known for its white-striped variegated foliage, trunk, and fruit. Other common names for this beautiful cultivar include Royal Variegated Banana Plant, Variegated Hawaiian Banana, Sacred Banana, Variegated Musa, or …
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The banana tree (Musa ssp.) is a large herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Musa and family Musaceae (banana family). There are around 70 known species of Musa and over 1,000 cultivars of banana plants, including the supermarket favorite Cavendish banana (Musa acuminata “Dwarf Cavendish”). Only about half of the 1,000 banana cultivars produce the …
The past few years have taught us to really appreciate a sense of economic security, fresh air, and nature. While not a walk in the park, starting a market garden (i.e. a small commercial farm) is a great way to reconnect with nature. While earning a small profit from your passion. Starting a market garden …
There are plenty of reasons why choosing a raised bed gardening style for beginners is ideal. Gardening for the first time can feel intimidating. It doesn’t have to be, though. In a short amount of time and with minimal effort, you’ll have a raised bed garden even if you’re a complete beginner. There are plenty …
Next to water, food is our most basic essential need. Most people don’t know the first thing about growing their own food. Billions don’t have the space to even think about an outdoor, inground garden. Container gardening is the solution. Gardening in pots or other containers allows anyone who doesn’t have the first clue about …
Most people associate gardening with the repetitive tasks of digging and weeding. The assumption is that digging will provide more oxygen to the soil. And weeding will free up nutrients for the actual plants you’re hoping to cultivate. However, no-till gardening enthusiasts, who are rising in numbers, will tell you the opposite. Too much digging …
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