There are two traits heirloom plants share: a long history, and the ability to breed back true to type. They have stood the test of time.
Tag Archives: Fruit
Starting a Garden or Orchard: Plant Selection
How to choose plants and varieties for your garden and orchard that will thrive in your environment and satisfy your palate.
Starting a Garden or Orchard: Logistics
One thing you need to think about is how to make your garden as navigable as possible. You might as well make things easier on yourself!
Starting a Garden or Orchard: Location
So where will you put your garden or orchard? Here are some things to consider: sunlight, proximity, temperature, drainage, soil, and toxins.
Starting a Garden or Orchard: Workload
How much time and effort will be required to maintain your garden or orchard? This question has countless answers.
Starting a Garden or Orchard: Water
A garden can guzzle more water than you would think possible! Add fruit trees, and you will find that raising plants places a huge demand on your water resources.
Stovetop Apples
Cooking apple slices on the stovetop is quite simple, and it’s a great way to add a little variety to your fruit options.
All New Square Foot Gardening
Designed for small-scale gardeners, Square Foot Gardening involves building a box, filling it with perfect soil, and planting only what you really want to grow.
5 Ways to Save Money On Seeds
Saving money on seeds is not that difficult. Just a little time and care will go a long way in reducing waste and making wise purchases.
Super-Small-Scale Farming
With wise stewardship of the land, a couple of acres can yield an amazing abundance.