Oak wilt kills hundreds of thousands of oaks (Quercus spp. and cvs. Zones 3–11) in the Midwest and beyond every year, but what is it? Oak wilt is caused by a fungus (Bretziella fagacearum, formerly Ceratocystis fagacearum) This lethal fungal disease is a threat to oaks in residential settings and forests. Oak wilt fungus grows through the infected oak’s water conducting system (xylem) and clogs the vascular system, leading to noticeable symptoms and in many cases, immediate decline and death. Thus far, oak wilt has been identified in more than 20 U.S. states, and for the first time in Ontario in May 2023.
What Is an Heirloom Tomato?
22.06.2023 - 21:21 / gardenerspath.com / Kristina HicksHamblin
What Is an Heirloom Tomato?You probably recognize some heirloom tomatoes when you see them – big, juicy looking, ribbed fruits with beautiful streaky coloring.
But what is it exactly that makes a tomato special enough to be considered an heirloom? You’re about to find out.
Also known as heritage tomatoes, there are hundreds of these time-tested cultivars available in all sorts of shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns.
And while grocery store tomatoes are usually pretty much flavorless, the heirloom tomatoes we find at farmers markets or farm stands – or grow in our own backyards – really dazzle the taste buds.
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Ready to learn more about what makes these veggies so special? Here’s a sneak peek at what I’ll be covering:
5 Top Characteristics of Heirloom TomatoesNot everyone agrees on exactly how to define heirloom cultivars.
Some definitions insist that the cultivars have to be handed down, much like a cherished quilt. Other definitions focus instead on the length of time the cultivar has been around.
But when it comes to tomatoes, all seem to agree on one thing. We’ll start with this.
1. Open PollinationThe most important defining characteristic of an heirloom tomato is that the seed must be produced through open-pollination.
This means reproduction takes place the way it would in nature, with assistance from the wind, and pollinators such as bumblebees and other insects.
Since heritage varieties are open-pollinated, they will grow true to type.
You can save seeds and grow many new generations similar to the first one – provided you properly isolate your varieties.
Save seeds from your heirloom ‘Cherokee Purple’ plants this
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