Tag: fruits

How to Harvest and Store Citrus

If you live in USDA zones 8 and higher, you may be one of those lucky people who has a citrus tree in the landscape.  (USDA zone 7 gardeners can also grow citrus but need to take more precautions during winter to protect their trees). Citrus trees do best with protection from cold air and […]

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Plant Parts

Did you know that plants are made up of different “parts?” Listen to this song by the fabulously named Banana Slug String Band.  Their popular tune Roots, Stems Leaves. focuses on the plant parts that we eat. Do you know what they are? Can you give some examples of each?  No peeking! Roots: carrots, beets, […]

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