Lemon Lime trees are small subtropical evergreen citrus trees that belong to the flowering plant family Rutaceae. They are native to South Asia and are widely grown for their flavorful highly acidic fruits and aromatic leaves. Lemon Cultivars Each Lemon and Lime tree has its unique characteristic that can help you determine what type of… Read more »
Pollination is the process that changes a flower into fruit by transferring pollen from the male part of a flower to the female part of another flower. However, this isn’t always the way Orange trees produce fruits because these subtropical trees set fruit by both sexual and asexual means. Types of Oranges according to Fruit… Read more »
We share our homes with our adorable and lovable pets and it is only right that before we add something to our yards we make sure that it is safe and pet-friendly. One common question I hear from new home gardeners who would like to try growing lemon and lime trees in their backyards is,… Read more »
Orange trees are citrus cultivars that thrive in areas with a subtropical climate. In these areas summer is long and hot with much rain, while winter is mild without frost or freezing temperatures. Both standard and dwarf Orange trees flourish in full sunlight but can tolerate some shade. Although, they prefer to bask in the… Read more »
Winter season can be tough for Orange Trees and although many are cold-hardy, they still need protection from the freezing weather. It is essential to educate yourself on how cold temperature affects your Orange or Citrus trees. Orange Trees can withstand temperatures between 35 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Trees that are bearing fruit can endure… Read more »
Lemon or Citrus Limon is a cold-hardy subtropical tree that is popular among commercial and home growers. The tree may be used as an accent to a beautifully landscaped lawn because of its evergreen foliage and ever-present blooms, while the Lemon fruits can be used for numerous food and beverage preparations. With its many uses… Read more »
Lemon trees are fun and easy trees to grow. Not only do they bear edible fruits with numerous uses, but they can also be planted as ornamental trees to beautify the landscape, provide shade during hot weather, and act as a natural air freshener to your entire garden. Maintaining the good health and wonderful shape… Read more »
The Lemon tree can adapt to almost any type of soil excluding those of heavy clay. The ideal soil for this tree is a rich and well-drained sandy loam. Drained loam or Sandy Loam is the soil typically used for gardening because it produces more nutrients and moisture that can help the tree to grow… Read more »
It may not look as appetizing as other popular fruits like oranges and pears, but the avocado fruit can hold a candle against any other superfruit when it comes to taste, nutrient content, and health benefits. Avocados, aptly called “alligator pears” because of their shape and rough green skin, contain more than twenty vitamins and… Read more »
Citrus fruits are a good-tasting nutritious food that we should have at home especially now that a cold virus is infecting many people all over the world. Citrus fruits contain vitamins and minerals with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune system boosting properties that can help our body fight off diseases. Lemon and Lime When we hear… Read more »
The origin of most citrus trees grown in the United States is the temperate or tropical parts of the globe like Asia. The same is true for the dwarf Meyer Lemon tree. It is indigenous to China and was first introduced to the United States in 1908. It is a cross between an orange and… Read more »
Forest trees look great without humans’ intervention. However, landscaped or homegrown trees are entirely different. We need to prune the trees in our backyard for them to add appeal to our homes and for them to maintain their structural integrity. Pruning trees in our backyard will surely make our property look beautiful and at the… Read more »
We have all benefited from trees since the beginning of time. We get our food, shelter, clothes, medicines – our basic needs – daily from trees. One particular tree is so spectacularly resilient that it can withstand even the harshest conditions and thrive with very minimal care. If you are asking if I am referring… Read more »
Most people who eat a lot of organic food swear that organic food, especially product like citrus fruit and dairy products, taste much better than other food. Here’s why…
In the proverbial phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” the lemons are used to suggest difficulties in life. But did you know that lemons actually symbolize happiness and positivity, and that in several regions and religions around the world, lemons are thought to hold a secret power? So you need not necessarily make… Read more »
The Citrus Tangerina, or Tangerine, is a slightly smaller, sweeter, and easier to peal relative of the orange. Tangerines gets their name from Tangiers, Morocco from where they were first shipped. They are a hybrid of Citrus Reticulada and the Mandarin Orange. Tangerine trees are more cold resistant than their other citrus relatives, however, they… Read more »
