Watermelon can be grown in different places and usually it does not consume much space, although there should be enough space between each seedling to afford them the opportunity to grow well. It can either be planted in a pot, container or a small area in your garden as long as the soil is right …
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An easy way to grow watermelon is to first understand the processes involved. So, here’s a step by step guide to growing watermelons. Introduction To Growing Watermelon Seed Process Botanically the watermelon is called Catullus lanatus and belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. Watermelon cultivation, if done in a rational and scalable way, can be a good …
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is one of the popular plants that has benefited various countries across the world and Nigeria is no exception. Nigeria, after China and India, is the world’s third-largest exporter of ginger, with 500 to 1,000 tonnes exported each year. Kaduna, Nasarawa, Benue, Niger, Bauchi, and Gombe are the six states of the …
Ginger is known to be a very successful export crop in Nigeria. The perennial crop grows in a tropical environment and is family to Zingiberaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, originated in south China, and has since expanded throughout Asia, West Africa, and the Caribbean. Ginger And The Nigerian Economy Ginger is among the …
Wondering the possibility of growing Brussel sprouts from scraps? Yes, there’s good news! Yes, by simply sticking it in water to form roots, you can grow Brussels sprouts from scraps with little effort. Let’s take a look at the process of growing Brussel sprouts from scraps. Growing Brussel Sprouts from Scraps You wash the leftover …
Watermelon is a classic summer fruit from the garden, ideal for eating in the hottest periods, and ripens during the summer. The time from planting to germination of watermelon is about ten days if the soil retains sufficient moisture and the temperatures are about 25-35 ° C. Watermelon fruits are generally enormous, they can reach …
Nigeria happens to be blessed to be among the countries capable of growing ginger. The perennial crop from the family of Zingiberaceae has a rhizome known as ginger roots that gives spice and medicinal benefits when consumed. People also find it useful in producing alcohol and cosmetics and it can be cultivated in tropical regions …
Ginger (Zingiber officinal) is a tropical herb that can be added to your dishes and it is grown both indoors and outdoors. The popular Asia spice which originated from India has tons of benefits and some of them are boosting the immune system and solving digestive problems. Gingerols are the principal active ingredients in ginger, …
You must have seen someone cooking with ginger or seen it lying among other edible crops in the grocery store and you wonder the usefulness of this herb. The tropical crop with the botanical name, Zingiber officinale is the second only pepper as a spice. Its aroma and health benefits have made many people use …
Brussels sprouts is a member of the cabbage family packed with many nutritious benefits and can be said to be one of the easiest plants to grow. The best time to grow the brussel sprout is in the cold season this is because they strive better during this period. The brussel sprouts can be harvested …
