Growing exotic plants
Last year, a neighbor vacationed in Sochi and brought back some Agave americana seedlings. This stemless plant has thick, broad leaves. It can reach a height of 2 meters! Unfortunately, Agave only grows in tropical climates, so in our climate, it definitely needs to be protected for the winter... 
When I bought my first dacha in 2011, the first thing I noticed was a huge, spherical, thorny plant. I didn't know how to approach it or what to do with it, and I already had plenty of problems, so I decided to remove the thorn without regret... 
Good day! I'd like to tell you about a plant that's still considered exotic, but it certainly deserves a spot in our garden. I've seen it called both loofah and loofa. This plant is interesting for its fruits, which are useful both in cooking and in the home. Suitable for temperate climates and... 
My wife and I were vacationing in Thailand and brought back some of these delicious exotic fruits. We decided to try planting them. We cut a papaya in half and removed the seeds. We ate the pulp, of course. We put the seeds on a plate and set them on the windowsill to dry. After 3-4 days, I planted them in a pot. I simply sprinkled...