You can grow almost anything in Southern California. The magnolia tree, which evokes images of the humid American South, flourishes in California’s much dryer climate, although with more TLC. A Brief History of the Magnolia Tree Fossil evidence traces the...
To the ancient Persians, the pomegranate represented fertility and abundance. In Greek mythology, the pomegranate symbolized prosperity and eternal life. The fruit is a powerhouse of health benefits — rich in antioxidants like punicalagin and anthocyanins, which...
Like people, some plants need more support than others. Sure, they can manage without it, but problems arise with unsupported vines like peas and cantaloupe: They can break or bend under their weight. Their fruits and vegetables may rot from contact with soil. Limited...
“Cantaloupe” is hard to spell, but easy to grow. This fruiting vine traces its roots to Egypt and Central Asia, dating back to around 2400 BCE. In Italy, cantaloupe cultivation rose with the Renaissance and, by the 15th century, had spread to Spain and...
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, where conditions are hot and humid like its...
