by Giardino Fresco
How to Prune Mulberry Trees in Florida (Plus Recipes)
Mulberries fruit on new growth, so smart pruning means more berries and a tree you can actually reach. Here's when and how to prune mulberry in South Florida, how to harvest, and easy recipes for jam, smoothies and cobbler.
by Giardino Fresco
Tamarind Pods: When to Pick and How to Use Them
Ripe tamarind pods turn brown and brittle and sound hollow. Here is how to pick, clean and store the pulp, make paste, and turn it into agua de tamarindo.
by Giardino Fresco
When to Pick Soursop and What to Make With It
How to read a soursop on the tree, pick and ripen it, and turn guanábana into champola, juice and sorbet, plus why some fruit comes out misshapen.
by Giardino Fresco
When to Pick Starfruit and How to Use It in the Kitchen
Starfruit flavor depends almost entirely on when you pick it. Here's how to tell when carambola is ripe, how to harvest and store it, and simple ways to use a big South Florida crop, from fresh snacks to juice and preserves.
