During summertime in Florida, I drive by many of my neighbors’ homes and see their beautiful trees full of ripe mangoes ready to pick—and I get a major case of mango tree envy. So, I experimented with ...

Though it is unlikely to produce high-quality lemons, growing a lemon tree from seed is an easy and fun project for all ages. Growing a lemon tree (or any citrus tree, for that matter) from seed is ...

FILE - An avocado is cut at the Birrieria Chalio Mexican Restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas on Feb. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File) So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun ...

So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for kids, but it’s also very easy. Just know that since avocados are tropical plants, they won’t ...

It's an exciting milestone for gardeners when nurseries start to put seed packets on the shelf in early spring. A few dollars can buy hundreds of seeds, which is a huge money saver compared to buying ...

Growing a pomegranate tree from seed can be a rewarding experience for any gardening enthusiast. These vibrant, fruit-bearing trees not only enhance your landscape with their glossy leaves and ...

Growing a lemon tree (or any citrus tree, for that matter) from seed is easy. However, because lemon trees are hybrids and most of them are grafted, their seeds produce seedlings that are not ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Starting an avocado tree from a pit is like taking on a miniature gardening challenge. It’s the botanical equivalent of having a pet rock: low commitment with plenty of pay-off if ...

Zinnia: Zinnia flowers are really easy to care for in general. Once they start blooming, these plants will not stop until the first freeze. Zinnia seeds require a lot of heat and sunshine to sprout, ...

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