In a TikTok video, mom explains how easy it is to pick fruit from a lime tree, no tools needed, just your hands.
The video posted by Mama Judy (@judybaogarden) has over 1400 likes.
"If that's what you want, cut the leaves like this," said Judy's mother, pointing to the ripe limes.
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The video begins with Judy's mother carefully removing the leaves from the stems and explaining how these plants will grow flowers and lindens in a few months.
This process seems to speed up the lychee growth process.
How does it help?
Having a garden that grows food efficiently has many benefits. First, growing your own produce can save you a lot of money in the long run, as well as save you a few trips to the market.
But the benefits can go beyond the park.
Sustainable gardening can prevent the need for plastic, as store-bought fruits and vegetables are usually wrapped in plastic.
The US produces about 40 million tons of plastic each year, but only 5% is actually recycled.
The use of plastic can end up in our oceans, where it can persist for centuries, causing serious damage to aquatic life and potentially threatening water pollution, including drinking water.
Additionally, store-bought foods that are canned or wrapped in plastic can contain harmful contaminants that end up in our food.
Having a variety of plants is also hugely beneficial for biodiversity and soil health, as well as removing harmful pollutants from our atmosphere and providing us with healthy, plastic-free food.
What is everyone saying?
Commenters shared everything from praise to mild skepticism.
“No, I can't do that. The plucked leaves break my heart. It is not true. I can't even trim my tree because I'm scared," one of them wrote.
"She's a goddess, so smart," added another.
Another asked an interesting question. "Does it work on lemon trees?"
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