Crops that grow well in hanging baskets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Hanging baskets are a great solution when growing gardens vertically. Not only are they are a space saver, but you could practically grow everything you’d want in a salad. Or, just some of your favorite flowers. While any tomato plant can work in a hanging …
Caring for Your Homegrown Pineapple Plant
How to care for your homegrown pineapple plant. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you don’t live in a warm enough climate, pineapples make an excellent container plant. Pick a container that has a lot of drainage holes to avoid standing water. If you planted tops, it can take up to three years for fruits to mature, so …
Growing Pineapple No Matter Where You Live
How to grow Pineapple no matter where you live. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. You may not know it, but you don’t have to live in a subtropical region to grow Pineapple. It’s one of the few tropical plants that grow well indoors and in containers. Of course, the best results come from growing them outdoors in a …
Common Virus That Could Impact Your Pumpkin Crop
What you should know about a common virus that could impact your pumpkin crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you planted pumpkins and were hoping to have a more uniform crop of round, orange fruits, you might be a bit puzzled to find your crop loaded with imperfections, discoloration, and warts. All signs pointing to an outbreak …
Florida Lawmakers Seek Answers on Black Farmer Marijuana License
(Tallahassee/NSF) — Black farmers in Florida have waited more than four years to vie for a license to participate in the state’s lucrative medical-marijuana industry. But it’s still unknown exactly how much longer they’ll have to continue to bide their time. Under the state’s medical marijuana law, one license must go to a grower who had been part of settled lawsuits …
Best and Worst Companions for Your Guava Crop
Some of the best and worst companions for your Guava crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Some of the best Companion Plants for Guava trees include: citrus trees, chives, marigold, comfrey, and borage. Some of the worst companion plants are cucumber, egg plant, and potato. For all of their hardiness, guava can be affected by several pests …
DeLauro introduces Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act
House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro this week introduced the Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act. The Connecticut Democrat says the legislation will increase and improve the Department of Agriculture’s procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables. The bill would require USDA to partner with growers, distributors, and food hubs to provide fresh, U.S.-grown fruits and vegetables to community organizations like schools, …
Positive Outlook for Real Christmas Trees in 2021
Christmas tree growers are overcoming logistical challenges of COVID-19 and a heatwave in the Pacific Northwest to provide enough trees for 2021 demand. After close evaluation and making tree-by-tree decisions, growers expect to supply the same overall number of real Christmas trees to the marketplace this season as they had planned before the crises hit. With just about eight weeks …
Caring for Your Guava Tree Once You Get it in Soil
How to care for your guava tree once you get it in soil. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you have limited space or don’t want a huge tree, you can try growing guava in containers. Initially, plant them in a pot about 12 inches and each year replant in a slightly bigger container. Use good quality potting …
Tropical Fruit Easy to Grow Only Requiring Heat and Moisture
A super-easy tropical fruit to grow that only requires heat and moisture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re lucky enough to live in an area that is friendly to guava, there are many varieties you can grow, and they all have their own unique taste. They’re lovely in desserts, baking, smoothies, and eaten as fresh treats. Typically, …