Simply stated, hydroponics is the science of growing plants without soil. Instead, plants are grown in nutrient-enriched water. From the Greek words, hydro means water and ponos means labor. Rather than obtaining its nutrients from the soil, the hydroponic lettuce...
Popular since ancient times, horseradish is a perennial plant cultivated for its large root. Although the whole unbroken root itself has hardly any aroma, when cut or grated, watch out! This hot, spicy and highly flavored vegetable is usually crushed or grated into a...
No need to be afraid of the horned melon. Its appearance may be dramatic and maybe even a little intimidating, but inside it’s mild and inviting. The fruit, also known as the kiwano, tastes like a blend of cucumber and kiwifruit. Low in calories and rich in...
This pale green melon is very sweet, but difficult to determine ripeness. The melon should be oval shaped, about 5.9-8.7 in. long, the skin should be waxy and a whitish-yellow in color. Honeydew grows best in semi-arid conditions and is havested based on its maturity...
When you think of an heirloom, what comes to mind? A family possession that is handed down from generation to generation? Well, that’s the story with heirloom tomatoes. These varieties have a depth of history since they were cultivated many years ago. New breeds...
