How To Grow Rockmelon (Cantaloupe)
Rockmelon, or Cantaloupe in the Northern hemisphere, is a sweet melon with high water content. You can enjoy a cool, guilt-free snack on hot summer days by growing them yourself. … Read more
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The Carthaginian Apple (Pomegranate) Tree Care
The Carthaginian Apple is also known as the beautiful pomegranate. It is well-known for its stunning crimson blooms that last for months and its coral-hued fall foliage. It is cultivated … Read more
Black Sapote: The Chocolate Pudding Fruit
Black sapote, also known as Diospyros digyna (or Diospyros nigra), is one of the most fascinating tropical fruits. It is native to Mexico’s lowlands rainforests, but it can be found … Read more
Growing Tangors: Tips and General Care
Growing tangors is often considered one of the easiest, but this isn’t entirely accurate. They are full-flavoured, sour-sweet citrus. They are a hybrid of sweet oranges and mandarins. Bright orange … Read more
Guide to Sustainably Growing Redcurrants
Redcurrants can be grown easily and they thrive in cool climates. They also grow well in northern and colder regions. Redcurrants are happy in the sun but can also be … Read more
All You Need To Know When Growing Blackcurrants
Blackcurrants can be grown easily and produce a lot of dark purple berries mid-summer. They are rich in vitamin C and can be used in pies, jams, and cordials. You … Read more
Knowing When To Pick A Sugar Baby Watermelon
For dessert, nothing says summer quite like a juicy, sweet watermelon. Gardeners with limited space can enjoy the healthy summer treat from their garden thanks to the smaller size “Sugar … Read more
When Is a Pineapple Ripe and Ready to Pick?
Your developing pineapple (Ananas Comosus) has been slowly changing its colors over the past few months. Harvest time is now upon us. It can take up to years to get … Read more
Bonsai Avocado Tree – Is it Possible?
The avocado tree can grow to 40 feet in some parts of the West Coast and Gulf Coast of the United States. They can be grafted to produce commercial fruit. … Read more
DIY Strawberry Planters For Juicy Strawberries
Strawberry is a delicious, fresh, and tasty fruit. Because strawberries are very popular, they are readily available in supermarkets. The best-tasting strawberries are those that come from your garden. We … Read more
Fruits And Vegetables That Are Bad For Dogs
There are many foods and vegetables that can be toxic to dogs. If you don’t know what these are, your dog might accidentally get a treat that is causing harm. … Read more
Grow Morello Cherries With These Tips
Morello Cherries, also known as sour cherries, are smaller than sweet cherries. They have darker skin and a bitter, sour flavor. You can use these cherries in cooking, especially for … Read more
How To Grow Grapes In The UK?
Vitis vinifera is sometimes considered unsuitable for the UK climate. However, there are many grape varieties that can thrive in warmer areas of the country. You can also grow them … Read more
Grow Edible Hedge Plants In Your Garden
This article is for those who are interested in growing an edible hedge. The garden’s hedges serve many functions. They not only mark the boundaries between gardens, but also filter … Read more
When To Plant Fruit Bushes In The UK?
Planting your own fruit bushes can bring you the sweetest rewards! Here we listed down the easiest fruit bushes you should plant in 2022. Wonder when to plant these fruit … Read more
Growing Watermelons: Guide To Planting and Caring For Watermelons
Watermelon is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious fruit. Growing watermelons is perfect for them to flourish in the wild. Watermelons do require warm, sunny conditions to thrive. They can be … Read more
Top Low-Maintenance Hedging Plants For Busy Gardeners
We are all busy sometimes, and some plants just require so much effort to keep up! Did you know, some hedges don’t require hours of labor-intensive care? This is why … Read more
Can You Grow Avocado in The UK? Tips To Grow An Avocado Plant
Persea americana, Avocados, bear delicious fruits that are rich in healthy fats. Its Trees can grow up to 20m if they are given the right conditions. However, it is unlikely … Read more
Pineapple Plant Growing and Planting Guide
Pineapple plants have taken the houseplant world by storm. Growing pineapple plant is easy to see why the idea of growing tropical pineapples in your home is appealing. They are … Read more
Guide to Growing Pumpkins in Pots
The round, orange vegetable that takes so much attention in October is finally in season. Whether it rather serves as a great cream soup or Halloween decoration, it is always … Read more
How to Grow Blackcurrants and Red Currant Bushes
Where to Plant Blackcurrants Blackcurrants can tolerate poor drainage but obviously prefers well-drained soil with plenty of nutrients and a shelter from strong winds. Places prone to frost pockets should … Read more
Best Guide to Pruning Apple Trees, Gardening Tips
Pruning apple trees are best done in late winter or very early spring. The trees become dormant, which happens in the winter between November and February. When apple trees are … Read more
Prune and Pinch Raspberries The Right Way
Raspberries are great. You probably enjoyed some from your garden and look for ways to prune raspberries, am I right? Annual raspberry pruning is essential for your raspberry bushes to … Read more
Apple Pollination Groups: Pick The Right Compatible Plants
The perfect time to plant new apple trees is in Autumn. The soil is still warm from the summer, making the soil easier to work with and can have a … Read more
How to Plan For A Mini Orchard in The Garden
Decide What Fruits to Grow in the Mini Orchard You can grow apples, nuts, and berry shrubs in a mini orchard. You may also start a citrus orchard, also known … Read more
Damson Growing and Planting Guide for Gardeners
Damsons are fruit trees that aren’t that big, look good, are low-maintenance plants, and provide a good harvest. Damsons are also useful in the kitchen, they make delicious preserves, jams, … Read more
Planting Autumn Raspberries in Your Garden
Autumn raspberries are so easy to grow. These ericaceous plants are great fruits for beginner gardeners and for those who love the taste of fresh raspberries. This short post will … Read more
Growing Blueberries in Pots – Everything You Need to Know
This is the guide to growing blueberries, one of nature’s superfoods. It’s full of essential nutrients and is a fabulous fruit for your garden. Best Place for Growing Blueberries Blueberries … Read more
Best Strawberry Pots & Containers to Grow Strawberries
Using strawberry pots is a great way for beginners to grow strawberries. This is a great way to start growing strawberries and it’s almost foolproof. The rewards are indescribably delicious! … Read more
Growing Medlar Trees and Harvesting Medlar Fruits
It’s hard to find a fruit tree that doesn’t have pink or white blossoms in spring when so many fruit trees do. Although medlar trees (Mespilus germanica) do not foam … Read more
Pruning Gooseberry Bushes & Currants Step-by-Step
Pruning gooseberry bushes and currants are simple if done well. A pruned fruit bush is goblet-shaped with an open centre. The branches should be facing away from the middle, and … Read more
Growing Alpine Strawberries (UK)
Alpine strawberries are considered wild but sometimes they’re not. They are much prettier than the beefy modern garden varieties. The plant has small white flowers and fruits often above the … Read more
What Are Strawberry Runners and How to Plant Them
Home-grown strawberries are delicious in their juiciness, aroma and flavour. You can easily make more plants to get a bigger harvest next year. If you have ever grown strawberries, you’re … Read more
5 Best Blackberry Canes To Grow Bursting With Vitamin C
5 Best Blackberry Canes To Grow Bursting With Vitamin C (Review) 2021 Reuben Black Butte Apache Brilliant Blackberry Canes Vitamin C, vitamin C – it’s absolutely crucial to our health, … Read more
5 Best & Easy to Grow Strawberry Plants
5 Best & Easy to Grow Strawberry Plants Strawberry Full Season Collection Cambridge Favorite Just Add Cream The Best Strawberry Plants Is there anything quite as delicious on a warm … Read more
5 Best & Easy To Grow Raspberry Canes
5 Best & Easy To Grow Raspberry Canes Glen Ample Autumn Bliss Polka The Best Raspberry Canes Raspberries are some of the tastiest deep red fruit you’ll find growable in … Read more
Easiest Fruit Bushes to Grow as a Beginner Gardener
As I continue with the development of my new veg garden in Somerset (it’s a lot bigger job than I first thought!), I’m starting to consider where I want to … Read more
When To Plant Raspberry Canes In The UK
If you ever wondered about how to plant raspberry canes, you’ve come to the right place. Many growing guides will advise that Autumn raspberry canes don’t need any support, but … Read more
5 Tips When Stewing Fruit – Real Men Sow
I love fruits, especially when I have so much of them. It is a great time for stewing fruit. I get this habit from my mum, who always used to … Read more
How to Store Apples in Winter, Best Way to Keep them Fresh
If apples were the currency of England, I’d be a rich man. I’ve got bags of them already, and I don’t even own an apple tree. Everywhere I turn there … Read more
How to Plant Fruit Bushes Easily – Gardening Guide in the UK
I don’t know why, but soft fruit bushes aren’t something I’ve talked much about on Real Men Sow. On my allotment, I had lots of fruit bushes. There were 3 … Read more
How to Plant and Grow Strawberries in Raised Bed
Potting up strawberries from runners is one of my favourite jobs on the allotment, and I’ve been having a grand time doing this in the warm evening sun of the … Read more
How to Grow a Blueberry Plant? – Best Varieties in the UK
As payday is on the horizon, I was pondering treating myself to planting a nice blueberry bush. Ailsa is half American, and having spent time there as a child, is … Read more