Once the Russians reached the islands in the 18th century they found a pseudo-etymology from Russian kurit (ÐºÑÑÐ¸ÑÑ - to smoke) due to the continual fumes and steam above the islands from volcanoes.
An early, indoor start - Giant pumpkin plants require 140 days or more from the time you plant a seed, to the time you harvest the fruit. Growers seeking to break the world record, start seeds in mid to late April, and harvest fruit in early October. That means as many as 160 days, from when the seed was planted!
How to Hand Harvest Almonds. Hand harvesting almonds is more fun with someone you like. Almond trees (Prunus dulcis) are ready for harvesting from early August through late September, depending upon variety. While the fruit is commonly referred to as a nut itâs actually a drupe, similar to a cherry. The shell surrounding the fruit is enveloped in a leathery hull that looks a little like a green peach.