Author: Gerardo Gonzalez

Is An Onion A Bulb?

A round part of a stem that develops underground and contains the shoot of a new plant. A bulb is surrounded by leaf-like scales that provide nourishment to the new plant. Tulips, lilies, and onions grow from bulbs. Is onion bulb or root? Onion is neither a root nor a stem. An onion actually is […]

Is Cranberry A Man-Made Fruit?

Cranberries distinguish themselves because they are one of the very few commercial fruits that are native to North America. Nature gave us cranberries, but their overwhelming success is thanks to “man-made” intervention! Is cranberry a natural fruit? And it’s no wonder, considering cranberries are one of only three fruits native to North America. Aptly called […]

Is Georgia Known For Onions?

The Vidalia onion was named Georgia’s official state vegetable in 1990. Farmers grow Vidalias on more than 14,000 acres. There is a 1,300-square-foot Vidalia Onion Museum that is filled with exhibits that highlight the sweet onion’s economic, cultural and culinary significance. What state is known for their onions? Then, finally, in 1992 the state of […]

Where Are Yellow Onions Grown?

Yellow Onions are available all year around and are grown in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Georgia, and Texas commercially. It is not uncommon to find onions in local markets in nearly every state in the nation. Where does yellow onion come from? Although there are still debates, […]

Why Are Grapes Different Sizes?

The size of the grapes depends on the variety of grape, the health and vigor of the vine, the amount of sunlight reaching the leaves and the leaf to fruit ratio. Pruning the vines can help maintain their health and vigor, affect the amount of sunlight reaching the leaves and determine the leaf to fruit […]

What Is Considered The Best Wine Grape?

These are the most popular red grape varieties grown worldwide: Merlot. Pinot Noir. Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Franc. Syrah and Shiraz. Grenache. Gamay. Tempranillo. Which grape is the best for wine? What are the Best Grapes for Wine? Chardonnay. Viognier. Gamay noir. Sauvignon Blanc. Melon. Pinot noir. Muscat Blanc. Orange Muscat. Which grapes quality is best? […]

What Are Big Purple Grapes Called?

Concord grapes are often used for juice and jelly, but they make great table grapes, too. They are deep purple—almost black—and will stain anything they can, so consider yourself warned! Concord grapes are a deep blue-black color, large, and extremely sweet. What are huge grapes called? The scuppernong is a large variety of muscadine (Vitis […]

Are Grapes Drupes Or Berries?

Berry: Entire pericarp is fleshy, although skin is sometimes tough; may be one or many seeded. E.g. grape, tomato, papaya, pomegranate, sapote, persimmon, guava, banana and avocado. The latter two fruits are often termed baccate (berry-like). Is grape a drupe fruit? Fleshy fruits are often edible and are seen in the fresh fruit and vegetable […]

Are Red Seedless Grapes Fattening?

A half-cup serving of seedless red grapes supplies just 29 calories, making them a smart choice for weight-loss and weight-maintenance regimens. With 8 grams of carbs in a serving, red grapes make a low-glycemic snack for those following a diabetic diet or anyone limiting their daily carbs. Are red seedless grapes good for weight loss? […]

How Much Space Does Sweetcorn Need?

Rows should be spaced 2½ – 3 feet apart. Plants should be spaced 8-10 inches apart between plants. For early plantings, seeds should be no deeper than 1 inch. For later plantings, plant seeds 1-2 inches deep to ensure adequate moisture contact. How much room does a sweetcorn need? Plant the corn seeds about 1 […]

How Do You Measure A Snapper?

Total Length is measured from the most forward point of the head, with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side. Total length species include but are not limited to: snappers. How do you correctly measure a fish? The […]

What Is The Minimum Size For A Snapper?

28cm. Snapper Common name/s Snapper Scientific name Chrysophrys auratus. Minimum legal size 28cm Bag limit 10 (of which no more than 3 fish may be equal to or exceed 40cm in length) How old are 30cm snapper? around 4yrs oldSnapper reach full maturity around 4yrs old and about 30cm in length. The average schooling snapper […]