OrchardSoft Fruit

Can you eat fresh cranberries raw?

table of contentsEat cranberries rawAre Raw Cranberries Poisonous?Possible problems that ariseThe fruits of the cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) are not only popular with birds, but in recent decades this soft fruit has developed into an absolute power berry. Cranberries, the close relatives of the lingonberries and blueberries, can certainly enrich the diet. They are very healthy because of their ingredients. The natives of America already appreciated their healing properties. The evergreen...

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Country of origin: Origin of the kiwi

table of contentsoriginHabitusGrowing countriesWhere do German goods come from?Either green or gold, sweet and sour and rich in vitamins and trace elements, it is not for nothing that the kiwi is one of the most popular imported fruits in this country. It is available all year round in German supermarkets. The only question is which country produced the delicious fruit and where German fruit traders get the kiwi fruits from today.originThe kiwi fruit has its origin in China, more precisely ne...

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Time: when to plant currants?

table of contentsPrepare bushesSpring plantingSummer plantingAutumn plantingfrequently asked QuestionsIt is possible to plant currants all year round as long as there is no frost. Depending on the season, the effort involved in caring for the newly planted bushes differs.In a nutshellthe ideal planting time is autumnPrune back before plantingchoose plants with good root ball for spring plantingfor summer planting only currants in potsBare-root shrubs for autumn plantingPrepare bushesNo matter...

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Summer pruning in currants: the 6 rules

table of contentsCurrants (Ribes)Summer pruning of white and red currants1. Cut older branches2. Reduce new ground shoots3. Cut off side and competition shoots close to the ground4. Cut back fruit shoots5. Let new side shoots standSummer pruning of black currants6. Cut black Johannafrequently asked QuestionsFor a high-yield harvest, currants need an annual summer pruning. This is often referred to as rocket science, but a few basic rules ensure that even beginners can cut the bushes.In a nuts...

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Climbing aids for raspberries: climbing frames, knot grids & Co

table of contentsClimbing aidsNode gridBuilding node grids: instructionsClassic trellisBuild a trellis: instructionsBamboo trellisBuilding bamboo trellis: instructionsRaspberries having one's own garden is a dream for many people. The red fruits with their characteristic aroma can be eaten during the harvest and then processed into a variety of different products. In order to guarantee high yields, the Rubus idaeus need a climbing aid. This prevents the heavy, downward-hanging and fruit-beari...

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Planting goji berries: care and cutting

table of contentsVariety selectionLocation and soilPlanting outdoorsPlanting in the bucketto waterFertilizeCutMultiplicationsowingCuttingsOffshootwinteringDiseases & pestsharvestThe goji berry bush, which comes from China, has felt at home in this country for ages. Many people know it by the name of wolfberry or wolfberry. Although the shrub can grow up to three meters high, its purple flowers remain tiny and so do the orange berries. For a long time, however, these were considered poison...

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Blueberries and blueberries: one and the same? Are there any differences?

table of contentsBilberry - blueberryCultivated blueberryWild blueberryBlueberries in the gardenAre blueberries and blueberries the same thing? The berries in different sizes and shades of blue inspire with their aroma in summer and autumn and only very few People wonder if there is a difference between the names or if these are the same plant acts. The term blueberry is often used together with blueberry and the transitions are fluid depending on your habit. There is much more to the terms. ...

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Forgot to cut raspberries: what to do?

table of contentsDifference between summer and autumn raspberriesCutting summer varietiesCut autumn varietiesCut back after the next harvestfrequently asked QuestionsOh no! Autumn is already here and it was forgotten that Raspberries to cut. Now the question arises as to how to proceed. Let the hedge rest or do you want to cut it back quickly before winter?In a nutshellIn the case of summer varieties, the removed rods are usually cut back after the harvestNote differences between varietiesRas...

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Planting blueberries in pots: this is how they can be cared for in a bucket

table of contentsGrow blueberries in a potLocationpollinationfloorcareDiseaseswinteringharvestBlueberries (Vaccinium myrtillus) are one of the most popular fruits. They charm with an incomparable aroma and are very healthy. Gathering in the forest is tedious and the wild blueberries are quite small. In recent years, breeders have dedicated themselves to breeding a cultivated blueberry, which combines the taste and health-promoting properties of wild blueberries with larger fruits. The results...

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Blueberries, blackberries & Co: is the fox tapeworm a danger?

table of contentsFox tapewormThe cycle of reproductionFox population is increasingCourse of disease in humansDisease riskRegions of increased risktransmissionForest berries as a disease vectorMore likely routes of transmissionTips for the security-consciousBlueberries and blackberries do not only grow in domestic gardens in this country, but also wild in the wild. We can meet them on a summer walk through the forest, patiently waiting for a hand to pluck. The temptation is great, but so is th...

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