Module 5: Growing fruits
In this module we learn about fruits, starting with an explanation of what fruits are and the different categories and types of fruits. We also look at how to plan your fruit growing journey and finish by looking at three different groups of fruits – temperate fruits, tropical and subtropical fruits and canes, berries and vines – and detailed examples of selected fruiting plants.
Lesson 1 - Understanding fruits
A fruit is defined botanically as a reproductive structure that develops from the ovary of a flower following fertilisation. Fruits help protect and disperse the seeds that are enclosed within in…
Lesson 2 - Planning your fruit growing
Most fruits are woody, perennial plants that live for a long time, so it’s important to consider their selection and placement carefully. Start by considering what fruits you like to eat and how much…
Lesson 3 - Temperate fruits
As discussed earlier, knowing your climate is critical to successful fruit growing, particularly temperature and rainfall. Temperate fruits are found in in regions with four distinct seasons. Some…
Lesson 4 - Tropical and subtropical fruits
Many parts of Australia have subtropical and tropical climates, including some of our largest cities. Tropical climates are found in the far north of the country, including parts of the Northern…
Lesson 5 - Canes, vines and berries
The last group of fruits we will study are the berries and related fruits. It includes those growing on vines, such as grapes, passionfruit and kiwifruit; those growing on shrubs, such as currents,…
Quiz - Summing up growing fruits
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This module was all about delicious fruit. It is interesting to consider what is categorised as a fruit. We looked at what to consider when planting different fruits. We dived a bit deeper into selected fruiting plants and discussed three different groups of fruits – temperate fruits, tropical and subtropical fruits and canes, berries and vines.