Watermelon was first cultivated in West Africa over 4,000 years ago. Ancient Egyptians associated the fruit with regeneration and often placed watermelon seeds in the tombs of kings. The plant thrives in the American South, which is hot and humid like its native West...
What’s the best-selling jam in America? Strawberry, of course. Strawberries are America’s sweetheart. Nothing compares to the luscious flavor of a sun-ripened strawberry straight from the garden. And if you live in Southern California, you’re in a...
Do you plan to build a deck or spruce up a newly purchased home? Chances are, you’re already equipped with a truckload of tools for your DIY projects. But if you’re new to the DIY game or short a tool here and there, we’ve compiled a list of...
Philodendron selloum (now Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum) is native to the rainforests of South America, where it thrives under a canopy of large trees. This natural habitat explains why it does so well in the indirect light of homes and offices, and loves warm, humid...
Are you looking to spice up your life? We’re not talking about lingerie, but peppers. Chile peppers, to be exact, some of which are hot enough to strip the bark off a tree. But oh-so-tasty! In this blog, we’ll cover some of the less-appreciated Caribbean...
