Tree tomatoes thrive in warm climates with well-draining soil. They require consistent moisture to support healthy growth and fruit development. These small trees can reach up to 10 feet in height and boast large, serrated leaves that add ornamental value to gardens and orchards. However, to truly enjoy…
Arrow drip irrigation is a simple and efficient method of providing water directly to plants' root zones through tubes with arrow-shaped emitters. This guide will walk you through the basic steps of setting up an arrow drip irrigation system and different ways it can be applied for your…
Urban gardening has gained popularity in recent years, as people seek innovative ways to grow their own fresh produce in limited spaces. One such approach is creating a multi-storey garden, utilizing vertical space to maximize the yield. In this blog post, we will guide you through the step-by-step…
Drip Irrigation is the practice of applying small amounts of water uniformly across a specific area. The water drips directly to the root zone of the crop minimizing loss of water through evaporation. For a drip irrigation system to be complete, it must have 3 components; Source of…
Recently, hass avocado farming has been on the rise due to the huge demand in countries such as China, Malaysia and India who import large tonnes of hass avocado fruits from Kenya owing to their high fat content. Hass Avocados has been referred to as ‘Green Gold’ due…
Pixie fruit is a fleshy, easy to peel and highly nutritious citrus fruit. The crop has been gaining popularity in Kenya with the market extending to the Eastern and Coastal region such as Machakos, Kitui and Voi. The yellow-orange fruit is often mistaken for a normal orange, but…
A spice is a seed, fruit, root, bark or other plant substances used mainly for flavoring, coloring or extending the shelf-life of food whereas herbs are plants with savory or aromatic properties that are used for flavoring and garnishing food, medicinal purposes, or for fragrances. There are many…
Although installation and maintenance of a drip system is no more labor-intensive or complex than that of a traditional system, designing a drip system for maximum water distribution efficiency does require much thought. Drip irrigation designs can only truly optimize the application of water if water waste below…
Irrigation is important in producing high quality tree fruit such as avocado, apples, peaches, plums, oranges, bananas, pawpaws and pears among others. Learning the art of watering fruit trees can be one of the most challenging things for beginning gardeners. Gardening in places with frequent rainfall can make…