Growing your own citrus is a great way to ensure you have fresh fruit at home. Lemons, limes, and oranges are used in many recipes, from cooking to baking and even cocktails. But there’s more to growing citrus trees than just planting them in the ground. Having a solid understanding of what conditions the plant… Read more »
Growing your own food at home is rewarding and can be a fun hobby. However waiting years for any fruit after planting trees can be frustrating and leave you feeling discouraged. To avoid that, here are the fruit trees that you’ll see the fruit from the fastest after planting. Peaches These juicy round fruit are… Read more »
Citrus trees have been cultivated for centuries for their delicious fruit, which comes in various flavors, such as sweet, sour, and bitter. Among the popular citrus fruits are lemons and limes, common staples in cooking, baking, and beverages. While these two fruits have their own unique characteristics, some people wonder if it’s possible to have… Read more »
Who doesn’t love pizza? If you’re trying to get your kids to eat more fruit, this quick, easy-to-prepare treat is a perfect alternative to a sugar-laden cookie or other high-calorie treat. Sweet and satisfying, tortilla-topped fruit pizzas make a great after-school snack. Ingredients: 4 medium-sized whole wheat tortilla shells ½ c. plain Greek yogurt 1… Read more »
There’s something so exciting and satisfying about eating fruits and vegetables that come from your own home garden! The best part is, you don’t even need that much space in order to enjoy this feeling…many an amateur gardener has produced prize-winning tomatoes on a small balcony or savory herbs on a kitchen windowsill. But you… Read more »
Probably the simplest way to narrow down what a fruit tastes like is to start with the question, is it sweet or is it sour? That can be a bit problematic when talking about kumquats…but before we get into what do kumquat taste like, it might be better to first explain what kumquats are. “What exactly is a… Read more »
If you’re a lime-lover who believes the joy of growing your own limes is out of your reach based on where you live, it might be time to consider getting a dwarf lime tree! Dwarf lime trees allow growers to attain the same lime citrus as a full-sized tree, only on a smaller scale. Dwarf… Read more »
You’ve decided to take the plunge and start growing your own lemons. You won’t be sorry – lemon trees are a great addition to a backyard garden (or sunroom, if you decide to keep dwarf citrus trees)! And with a little care and planning, you’re sure to get a regular plentiful crop in time. Lemon… Read more »
How sweet it is! Ruby Red grapefruits have a yellow rind with a faint reddish blush and red, seedless flesh inside that’s sweeter than other grapefruit varieties. The Ruby Red grapefruit tree is a fast-growing tree that can grow up to 25 feet tall when planted in well-drained loam/sandy loam soil. Like other varieties of… Read more »
Kumquats are evergreen shrubs or trees with, glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white blossoms. The fruit are small, round or oval globes with a golden yellow to reddish orange peel. If you’re wondering how long do kumquat trees take to produce fruit, be aware that kumquats grow slowly. In terms of size a standard… Read more »
Lemons! Despite a tart taste that makes it more common in recipes and as a garnish than eating out of hand, there are few fruits more versatile – and few more interesting. Did you know lemons are technically berries? That the word “lemon” is derived from an Asian word meaning “sour fruit?” That sprinkling lemon juice… Read more »
We’re all about citrus at Citrus.com, and no wonder…bright, colorful, fragrant and refreshing, citrus fruits are not only prized for their sweet-tangy taste – they’re nutritional super foods, too! Citrus fruits are rich in multiple nutrients such as vitamin C, flavonoids, and fiber which help protect your vascular system, reduce inflammation, improve gastrointestinal function and health,… Read more »
Oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, grapefruit…there are so many types of citrus fruits! And for those who love citrus (whether for snacking, juicing, or using in your favorite recipes), there’s nothing quite like the thrill of growing your own. Citrus trees need consistent care if they’re going to produce fruit, however, and whether you envision a… Read more »
Eating a kumquat is as easy as eating a grape – there’s no peeling necessary; you just pop this bite-sized citrus fruit into your mouth peel and all and enjoy the burst of sweet-tart flavor over your tongue! In contrast with other citrus fruits, the peel of the kumquat is sweet and edible, while the juicy… Read more »
A kumquat isn’t much bigger than a grape, yet this bite-sized fruit fills your mouth with a big burst of sweet-tart citrus flavor. What’s a kumquat? Originally grown in China, the word “kumquat” means “golden orange” in Cantonese. Considerably smaller than an orange, however, the kumquat’s not much bigger than a grape, but don’t let… Read more »
What’s more delightful than a lemon tree? With fragrant dark green leaves, delicate blossoms and brilliant yellow fruits, a lemon tree on your patio or in your sunroom makes an excellent addition to your garden – and that’s not even taking into account the fruit that adds zest and brightness to many a dish or drink!… Read more »
