If you think of increasing your yield but aren’t sure how to do it, you’ve come to the right place. Here we discuss all things edible garden, from growing fruits and veggies to cutlivating aromatic herbs.
We all love adding berries to our oatmeal, smoothies, cakes, and what-not, so why shouldn’t we grow our own blackberries, blueberries, and red or black raspberries? These drupelets have many health benefits, and they taste amazing. However, have you ever wondered: ”Do raspberries have seeds?” Or is it just me? Of course, every fruit has…
Let’s talk about a perennial plant called creeping Thyme. Don’t worry, there isn’t anything creepy about it — they got this name based on their movement habits! These little creepers are often used as ground covers to protect sunny parts of the garden. The beautiful purple color of creeping thyme has caught the eye of…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. The broccoli plant is a vegetable that we can’t live without, especially when we’re trying to cut our carb intake. But, what happens when you have blooming broccoli in your garden? Can you eat…
The taste of sweet mango fruit is one of the best things you can have on a hot summer day. That’s why we decided to let you in on some mango secrets, so that you can grow your own and have an infinite supply of mangos all year long. One of the recurring questions about…
We have gone many times to the farmers’ markets and got enchanted by the scent of freshly picked peaches. And I bet we have all asked ourselves the same thing: “When are peaches in season?”, so that we’ll know when to expect our own or know when to get the best deal on the ones…
Two things come to my mind when I think of pumpkins, the first one is Cinderella and the second one is Halloween. When I think about pumpkins for some time, I think of them as edible fruits, mainly found in pumpkin pie. No wonder plant growers decide to grow at least one pumpkin variety! Of…
Have you ever wondered why almost all lemons are harvested green and unripe? Well, it is because fully ripe lemons are too soft to travel, and they would probably end up rotting when being transported — and they have a long way to travel! So, if you are growing lemon trees in your garden, you…
Many gardeners would agree that there are only positives to growing your own fruit vines. You actually have four possible positive outcomes; your garden looks even more beautiful (if possible), you get edible fruits, you have a private space, and fruit vines attract pollinators (that last one may not sound great, but trust me, it’s…
A round cucumber is something we aren’t used to seeing every day. But, even though they’re not your typical heirloom variety, you can still grow them and surprise your friends and family with an interesting salad. Before we continue this article, here’s some info about cucumbers: [table id=80 /] Now that you know some basic…
We all like lettuce in our sandwiches and salads, but what happens when this vegetable doesn’t taste good? Bitter lettuce is not something that will go unnoticed in your Caesar salad. It’s not like arugula, so you can’t use it to add a more pungent taste to your dishes. This article brings you the most…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Trinidad Moruga Scorpion, Ghost pepper, Habanero pepper, Cayenne pepper… these are some of the hottest peppers in the world according to Scoville heat units (SHU). Do you want to know where your favorite habanero…
Tomatoes are definitely on my top-five list of favorite foods. I would add tomatoes to every meal if I could! When I think of food in general (and I think about it a lot), tomatoes are always at the forefront of my mind. A little while ago, I found out that tomatoes contain lectins, which…
We are all spicy food lovers here, and chilli peppers are some of the best spicy foods in the world! These amazing pepper plants can add so much depth and flavor, not to mention a kick, to every meal! This article is primarily focused on chilli flowers, without which we would have no chili peppers….
At the beginning of your gardening journey you will have so many questions! What type of soil to use? When to plant? Do you prune certain plants? What even is pruning? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. There’s so much information about every type of plant you could possibly want to grow out there though!…
If you are a fan of super spicy foods, then you must have heard about one of the most hot peppers; the habanero! The Habanero is a chilli pepper that originates from the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, although it sometimes gets mistaken for Caribbean chili peppers as they have a similar taste. The Yellow habanero,…
Blueberries are indeed a delicious treat. They are very famous, not only in the culinary world but also in botany. As far as the culinary world is concerned, blueberries have a high nutritional value. Blueberries belong to berries in the botanical sense, and other botanical plants include tomatoes, grapes, and cucumbers. The genus to which…
If you love hot peppers, then you’ll simply adore the habanero orange! Perhaps you got tired of the mild jalapeno, and are looking for more excitement. Well, growing your own orange habanero peppers will be a piece of cake if you follow our care guide. All habanero peppers need is a bit of water and…
If you like pumpkins, you may be surprised to know that they have many wonderful health benefits. There are also loads of cool things you can do with a pumpkin. If you really think about it, there are all sorts of pumpkin-related things. There are pumpkin pies, pumpkin seeds, Halloween decorations, jack-o-lanterns, pumpkin carvings, pumpkin…
Positive Bloom is an Amazon Associate and we earn from qualifying purchases through these links at no extra cost to you. Tomatoes are a favorite ingredient for salads, stews, and sauces. This article will discuss two very interesting varieties of tomatoes, so read on to discover everything you need to know about Black Krim vs…
I love eating watermelons in the summer, but I had no idea there was a difference between a male and female watermelon! I was so intrigued by the idea that I decided to put together this article about all the differences and features of this delicious fruit. So, if you want to learn more about…
Everyone loves peppers, whether they’re hot or sweet. But I bet you’ve never given much thought to flowering peppers, perhaps because you didn’t even know that peppers flower, or you just ignored them because they don’t improve the beauty of your reading room or office. This is why it’s good to know everything you can…