Prune in winter to get the most out of the investment of time and money you put into this fall-fruiting tree — that is, lots ...

Keep in mind, though, that not all fruit trees flourish in certain USDA Plant Hardiness Zones, so check which zone you live in before ordering a sapling. You could also head to a local nursery for a ...

Imagine growing your own backyard fruit orchard, but without having to do much in the way of pest control, weed management, or fertilizing because the carefully selected companion plants support and ...

A black-headed grosbeak perching in a tree - Gerald A. DeBoer/Shutterstock Whether you want to scope out birds with binoculars from your kitchen window or hope to bring in bees and butterflies to help ...

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 ...

There may be a lot of snow on the ground, but spring is still on its way, and the gardeners are itching to make plans for this year’s growing season. If you are one of these gardeners, and if you find ...

If you have not had the time to prune your fruit trees in winter, now is the opportune time. A little pruning now can reduce the work needed to care for your trees throughout the year. Why prune? The ...

Whether you plan to spend your winters making jam or simply want to enjoy the taste of an apple picked straight from the tree, growing your own fruit is a rewarding occupation. Even a beginner ...

Question: In my backyard I have apple, peach and apricot trees. Should I prune these three species the same way or take a different approach for each? Answer: Pruning is an important and necessary ...

You don't need a big backyard to enjoy fresh fruit from your own garden. Whether you have a tiny patio or even just a balcony, these compact fruit trees are worth the space they take. They're native ...

The objective of backyard fruit-tree culture is a prolonged harvest of tree-ripened fruit. In a small yard, homeowners may have to plant fruit trees close together, which restricts vigor and size.

Most people living across Yakima County have little idea of how their home practices can affect neighbors and the economy. I (Keith Mathews) have 44 years of experience learning the tree fruit ...