Fruit plants
All about fruit plants, including fruit trees, berry bushes, and low-growing fruits like strawberries.
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How to keep a peach tree small
Wondering how to keep a peach tree small? It does take a bit of planning, but it’s completely possible! There are some options available that…
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When apricot trees start to bear fruit
Apricot trees typically start to bear fruit when they are 4-5 years old. Most trees are grafted and are already 1-2 years old when sold.…
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When do apricot trees bloom?
Apricot trees bloom in early spring, usually flowering before most other fruit trees. The exact time varies depending on the climate, but typically, the blossoms…
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How to prune an orange tree
Wondering how to prune an orange tree? Many gardeners (myself included) dread the task of pruning. Unless I’m removing a branch to propagate it, I…
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When to prune orange trees
Growing citrus trees, or any fruit trees, is one of the most rewarding gardening goals you can tackle. It also involves quite a lot of…
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Overwatered lemon tree signs
Most of us aren’t strangers to lemons. Lemons are extremely popular and are grown in warm climates all over the world. While lemons need a…
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How to prune a Meyer lemon tree
To prune a Meyer lemon tree, first trim out any dead branches. Prune back damaged branches until only healthy branches remain. Identify the most important…
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How to prune a lime tree
Wondering how to prune a lime tree? Fortunately, these vigorous citrus trees are pretty forgiving. To prune a young lime tree, start by removing any…
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How to prune a lemon tree
Wondering how to prune a lemon tree? The best way to trim these vigorous plants depends upon the maturity of the individual plant. To prune…
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15+ best apples for cider
The best apples for cider are generally flavorful varieties with a specific profile of sugar, acid, and tannins. While a few select varieties have an…
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How to prune raspberries
When deciding how to prune raspberries, the first step is to figure out what variety/type of raspberries you have because there are two main groups,…
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When to prune citrus trees
If you’re growing one or more citrus trees in your backyard, pruning is a task that should be top of mind at least once per…
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How to grow a lemon tree
The best time to plant lemon trees is in early spring, either in the ground or in a pot in full sun. They are not…
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15 best apples for juicing
For juicing, the best apples are those that are crisp, juicy, and full of flavor. Varieties like Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp, and Granny Smith are excellent…
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Cutting dead leaves off banana trees
How to deal with yellowed or dead leaves is a common question for gardeners growing bananas both in the ground and in large pots. The…
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When to graft avocado trees
While you can certainly harvest fruit from a seedling tree, the highest quality fruit generally comes from grafted trees. The best time of year to…
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When to transplant an avocado tree
The best time of year to transplant an avocado tree is in the spring, typically from February to May. This is when the tree is…
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Growing avocado trees indoors
Avocado trees are commonly grown indoors because they are not cold hardy. While they are a popular indoor plant, there are certainly some limitations to…
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Where to plant a cherry tree
Time to decide where to plant a cherry tree? Fortunately there are only a few key factors to keep in mind. Cherry trees can be…
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How to grow cherries
To start growing cherries, choose which varieties to grow (popular choices include Bing, Rainier, Lapins, and Montmorency). Dig a wide hole in a sunny spot,…
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40+ types of cherry trees
There are quite a few different cultivars of cherry, and it can be difficult to know which one might be the best choice. Some are…
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When to plant a cherry tree
The best time to plant a cherry tree is in the spring or fall. Avoid planting trees in the hottest days of summer or in…
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How big does a cherry tree get?
Most sweet cherry trees grow to be about 15-20 feet tall and about 15 feet wide. That said, certain varieties can reach over 30 feet…
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How fast does a cherry tree grow?
Cherry trees grow about 1 foot each year in good conditions until they reach mature height. Cherry trees take about 7-8 years after planting to…
