If you own or rent a small patch of sun, you can grow apples. So-called dwarf fruit trees, a.k.a. patio apples, are gateway plants for budding urban permaculturists. One of the first things I did when ...

Many of the most popular fruit trees, including apples, pears, cherries, and apricots, can all be successfully grown in pots with little fuss. Most types of fruit trees now come in dwarfing varieties ...

These last weeks of September and early October comprise prime fruit tree planting time. The ground is warm still, rain is rife, and disturbed roots have all winter to dig in slowly and make ...

Whether you have a small yard or even just a petite patio space, it's possible to still grow trees to add depth, color, and interest. Love the look of stately birch and magnolia trees, but don't have ...

What are the best fruit trees for small gardens? Miniature and dwarf fruit trees are ideal for container growing on a balcony or patio, or for establishing in a small garden, either trained against a ...

Gardening can be expensive, especially if you enjoy having numerous patio pots, beds, and borders during the summer. However, there is nothing quite like looking out onto a garden filled with fresh ...

• “The Backyard Orchardist – A Complete Guide to Growing Fruit Trees in the Home Garden,” by Stella Otto • “Growing and Caring for Dwarf Fruit Trees,” Cornell University Cooperative Extension ...

Imagine sitting outside and casually plucking a juicy, ripe apple from a tree growing on your deck. It could happen. February is usually an ideal time for planning and planting fruit trees in ...

So how do trees access the internet? Obviously, they log in. With that pathetic attempt at humor, you now have your first clue about what this article is about. It’s about the internet. No, wait. It’s ...