Wondering what a ripe pawpaw looks like? Here’s how I tell when our Missouri-grown pawpaws are ready to pick and enjoy.

I grow both jujubes and pawpaws on our Missouri farm. Here’s how they compare in flavor, texture, size, storage, and why I love both.

Apple butter doesn’t contain dairy butter. Here’s why it’s called butter, where the name came from, and what makes it different.

Turn fresh crab apples into beautiful homemade jelly with this easy recipe, plus tips for getting a clear, firm set every time.

Can apples ripen after picking? Learn what really happens after harvest and how to know the best time to pick apples.

Is your jujube tree sending up shoots around the trunk? Here’s what I’ve learned about jujube suckers, why they grow, and whether I remove them.

Does your jujube tree still look dead while every other fruit tree has leaves? Here’s what I’ve learned growing jujubes in Missouri Zone 6a.

Thinking about planting apple trees? Here’s what I wish someone had told me before growing them on our Missouri family farm.

Wondering what causes black spots on apples? Here’s what I found on our own trees, whether they’re safe to eat, and how I plan to prevent them.

Wondering if jujube trees have thorns? Here’s what I’ve learned growing Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujubes, plus whether the thorns should stop you from planting one.

Wondering what apple butter tastes like? Here’s my opinion after growing apples, making homemade apple butter, and tasting many varieties over the years.

Can apple butter spoil? Learn how to tell if apple butter has gone bad, what signs to watch for, and when it’s safest to throw it away.

I grow both Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujube trees on our family farm. Here’s what I’ve learned comparing their flavor, texture, sweetness, and harvest.