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    Is watermelon a fruit or vegetable?
    As a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, the watermelon is related to the cantaloupe, squash and pumpkin, other plants that also grow on vines on the ground. Watermelon is a fruit and can be round, oblong or spherical in shape and feature thick green rinds that are often spotted or striped. They range in size from a few pounds to upward of ninety pounds. History: Originating...
    by Kim Lean at December 21st, 2009 at 10:12 pm
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    What kind of fruit is a cherry?
    Cherries are members of the Rosaceae family, subfamily Prunoideae. They occupy the Cerasus subgenus within Prunus, being fairly distinct from their stone fruit relatives plums, apricots, peaches, and almonds. Prunus avium L. is the Sweet Cherry, and Prunus cerasus L. the Sour, Pie, or Tart Cherry. The name ‘cherry’, often as the compound term ‘cherry...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 11:12 pm
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    All about Strawberries
    The fragrantly sweet juiciness and deep red color of strawberries can brighten up both the taste and aesthetics of any meal; it is no wonder they are the most popular berry fruit in the world. Although strawberries have become increasingly available year-round, they are at the peak of their season from April through July when they are the most delicious and most abundant. While...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Papayas
    Deliciously sweet with musky undertones and a soft, butter-like consistency, it is no wonder the papaya was reputably called the “fruit of the angels” by Christopher Columbus. Once considered quite exotic, they can now be found in markets throughout the year. Although there is a slight seasonal peak in early summer and fall, papaya trees produce fruit year...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Oranges
    Juicy and sweet and renowned for its concentration of vitamin C, oranges make the perfect snack and add a special tang to many recipes; it is no wonder that they are one of the most popular fruits in the world. Oranges are generally available from winter through summer with seasonal variations depending on the variety. Oranges are round citrus fruits with finely-textured...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Kiwi
    Kiwi fruit is the edible fruit of Actinidia Deliciosa, and hybrids between this species and others in the genus Actinidia. Kiwifruits owe their name to a bird, native of New Zealand, named “kiwi”, and actually in many regions of Europe, North America and South America, kiwi fruits are generally referred to as “kiwi” This fruit consists of a hairy,...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Blueberries
    With flavors that range from mildly sweet to tart and tangy, blueberries are nutritional stars bursting with nutrition and flavor while being very low in calories. Blueberries are at their best from May through October when they are in season. Blueberries are the fruits of a shrub that belong to the heath family, which includes the cranberry and bilberry as well as the...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Bananas
    The true origin of Bananas, world’s most popular fruit, is found in the region of Malaysia. By way of curious visitors, bananas traveled from there to India where they are mentioned in the Buddhist Pali writings dating back to the 6th century BCE. In his campaign in India in 327 BCE, Alexander the Great relished his first taste of the banana, an usual fruit he saw...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Avocados
    Although the creamy rich Hass avocados are generally available throughout the year, they are the most abundant and at their best during the spring and summer in California and in October in Florida. During the fall and winter months you can find Fuerto, Zutano and Bacon varieties. The avocado is colloquially known as the Alligator Pear, reflecting its shape and the leather-like...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 07:12 pm
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    All about Apples
    The warm scent and flavor of baking apples is a sure sign that fall is just around the corner. In the Northern Hemisphere apples are in season from late summer to early winter. However, many varieties are available year round because they have been either kept in cold storage or imported from the Southern Hemisphere. Apples are crisp, white-fleshed fruits with red, yellow...
    by Kim Lean at December 5th, 2009 at 06:12 pm
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