Pear

communis ) is a pear species that originates in central and eastern Europe and southwest Asia. The pear tree belongs to the family of Rosaceae and sub family [...] (about 2.5 cm or 1 inch in diameter) and produces a pyriform, fleshy fruit. Pear trees can grow as tall as 9 metres and are able to produce fruit for around [...] and quince. The genus Pyrus consists of around 22 species, which are grown in Asia, Europe and northern Africa. The European or common pear is a perennial

Cut flowers

has its origins in Asia and North and South America. Some species have developed into large trees, others into small compact shrubs. In recent decades, [...] plants. Most lilies originate from temperate areas in the northern hemisphere, but they also occur in the northern subtropics. [...] and substrate differ greatly. Important types are: Rose: The rose belongs to the genus Rosa from the Rosaceae family. The flowers of the plant are also

Herbs

aromatic characteristics and are used for flavouring dishes or food products. In the culinary world, there is a strict difference between herbs and spices [...] berries, roots, bark and fruits. Botanically speaking, ‘herb’ is synonymously to ‘herbaceous plant.’

Lemon

About Grown mainly for its juice, this well-known yellow citrus fruit is used widely for culinary and other domestic purposes throughout the world. Citrus limon is a medium, evergreen tree of the Ruta

Citrus

citrus plants are native to subtropical and tropical regions of Asia and the Malay Archipelago. Some citrus species have been present in the Mediterranean basin [...] . Theses trees thrive in a consistent sunny, humid environment with fertile soil and adequate rainfall or irrigation. Today, in the United States, the [...] grapefruit, lemons, and tangerines and to a lesser extent, tangelos. Oranges account for the greatest value in terms of production; followed by grapefruit

Broad mite

of legs in both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. After moulting to the third larval stage the larvae stay in their [...] General The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) occurs in the tropics and in greenhouses in temperate regions. The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) [...] Outside in temperate climates, broad mites (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the

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Kiwi

Chinese gooseberry are all names that refer to the edible berries of various species of woody vines that belong to the genus Actinidia . The so-called golden [...] and bronze coloured skin. The colour of its flesh varies from a bright green to an intense yellow colour. This particular kind tastes sweeter and has a more

Grow your own vegetable garden

access to adequate and safe food at all times in order to meet their dietary needs to enable them to lead a healthy and active life.” According to a 2017 [...] inadequate access to food. Agriculture is core to every person’s story, mother, father, child, commercial or emerging farmer. An increase in the involvement [...] of households in agricultural activities for subsistence farming purposes has the potential to significantly reduce food insecurity in rural and urban

Greenhouse whitefly

retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The [...] sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp .) is encouraged, making it unsuitable for sale. In serious cases the [...] vaporariorum ) is one of the major pests of vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses throughout the world. The greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes