Fruit plants
All about fruit plants, including fruit trees, berry bushes, and low-growing fruits like strawberries.
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Mulch for strawberries
Mulch for strawberries in the garden conserves soil moisture, steadies soil temperature, suppresses weeds, and keeps the ripening berries off the damp soil surface. The…
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15 companion plants for blueberries
Blueberry bushes provide delicious fruit and add a lovely whimsical element to the garden. While blueberries can be a bit particular about their soil conditions,…
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10 best tasting strawberry varieties
Fresh strawberries are the culinary highlight of June. Here are some of the best-tasting strawberry varieties to grow in your garden (or search out at…
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What to do with too many pears
Happy Fall Y’all! Today I have a special article from guest writer Heidi Koop-Jordan! Here’s her take on what to do with too many pears.…
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When to fertilize fruit trees
The best time to fertilize fruit trees is in the spring. Early spring, in particular, is a great time to apply a balanced organic fertilizer.…
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When to pick apples
September is generally the best time of year to pick apples. While different varieties of apples ripen at different times, and the climate varies the…
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How far apart to plant strawberries
Wondering how far apart to plant strawberries? Here are some common, tried-and-true spacing distances for strawberry plants. Strawberry plants can be spaced as close as…
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How long does it take an apple tree to grow?
A small apple tree from the nursery will generally start producing a small crop of apples about three years after planting. Apple varieties grafted onto…
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Alpine strawberries
Nurturing a garden often leads us down paths of delightful discovery, and for me, the journey with alpine strawberries has been nothing short of enchanting.…
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Growing strawberries indoors
I’ve been growing strawberries indoors for the past decade, and trust me, it’s been quite the journey! Through my hands-on experience, I’ve learned the intricacies…
