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Watermelons growing in field with sprawling vines and large fruits

Cucurbitaceae

Watermelon: complete guide

Citrullus lanatus

Discover watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), a warm-season crop producing delicious sweet fruits. Growing instructions, seed requirements, and harvest tips for success.

12 min

Dioscorea alata vines with wing-like stems

Dioscoreaceae

Dioscorea alata: complete guide

Dioscorea alata

Discover the Winged Yam (Dioscorea alata), a tropical vine with edible tubers. Growing, harvesting, nutrition and complete care guide with growing tips.

12 min

Dioscorea esculenta plant with characteristic leaves

Dioscoreaceae

Dioscorea esculenta: complete guide

Dioscorea esculenta

Learn all about Chinese yam (Dioscorea esculenta), a compact yam species with delicious edible tubers. Complete growing, harvesting and care guide provided.

12 min

Momordica charantia bitter melon plant with characteristic bumpy fruits

Cucurbitaceae

Momordica charantia: complete guide

Momordica charantia

Discover bitter melon (Momordica charantia) - a nutritious, productive climbing plant with unique fruits. Care, cultivation and harvest of this tropical crop.

12 min

Massive leaves and red rhubarb stalks of Rheum rhabarbarum

Polygonaceae

Rheum rhabarbarum: complete guide

Rheum rhabarbarum

Discover garden rhubarb, a vigorous plant with red stalks and delicious tart flavor. Perfect for kitchen gardens and large borders. Full care guide included.

12 min

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