Should Apples Be Refrigerated? Here’s What I Do
Should apples be refrigerated or left on the counter? Here’s how I store fresh apples to keep them crisp and tasting their best.
What Do Pawpaw Seeds Look Like? Identification Guide
Wondering what pawpaw seeds look like? Here’s how to identify healthy pawpaw seeds, what they look like inside the fruit, and what to do with them.
What Does a Ripe Pawpaw Look Like? Easy Identification Guide
Wondering what a ripe pawpaw looks like? Here’s how I tell when our Missouri-grown pawpaws are ready to pick and enjoy.
Why Is My Jujube Tree Not Leafing Out? Don’t Panic Yet
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.
Can Apples Ripen After They’re Picked? Here’s What I’ve Learned
Can apples ripen after picking? Learn what really happens after harvest and how to know the best time to pick apples.
What Does a Ripe Jujube Look Like?
Wondering what a ripe jujube looks like? Here’s how I tell when our Honey Jar jujubes are ready to pick and at their sweetest.
Jujube vs. Pawpaw: Which Fruit Is Better?
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.
What Does the Inside of a Pawpaw Look Like?
Wondering what the inside of a pawpaw looks like? Here’s what a ripe pawpaw should look like inside, plus signs it’s ready to eat.
What Are These Black Spots on My Apples? Common Causes Explained
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.
Homemade vs Store Bought Jam – Why Farm Fresh Always Wins
Curious if homemade jam is really better? Discover why our small-batch Missouri-made jams beat store brands every time. Taste the real difference with our hand-stirred apple jam, caramel apple jam, and apple butter, all made fresh on our family farm in Cairo, Missouri.
Do Jujubes Have Seeds? What to Expect Inside Every Fruit
Wondering if jujubes have seeds? Here’s what I’ve found after harvesting Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujubes from our family farm, plus how to remove the pits.
The Differences Between Apple Butter, Apple Jelly & Apple Jam
Apple butter vs apple jelly vs apple jam—what’s the difference? Learn how each is made, how they taste, and which one lasts longer. Straight from our family farm in Missouri, discover why farm fresh spreads like our apple butter and homemade jam always taste better.
What Does Apple Jam Taste Like? A Flavor You’ll Fall in Love With
Wondering what apple jam tastes like? Our small-batch Missouri-made apple jam captures the flavor of fall—sweet, smooth, and full of real apple goodness. Learn how it compares to apple jelly, what makes it special, and where to get a jar straight from our farm.
Why Is Apple Butter Called Butter If There’s No Butter?
Apple butter doesn’t contain dairy butter. Here’s why it’s called butter, where the name came from, and what makes it different.
Why Is My Jujube Tree Growing Shoots From the Ground?
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.