Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need to be ...

In January, I recognize the blessing of living in Southern California each time I step into my backyard and see a navel orange tree laden with fruit. As winter sets in, imbibing a daily dose of juicy ...

Many people dream of picking their own fresh fruit, but they live in areas with long, harsh winters. However, even in these chilling conditions, it's still possible to make lemonade from your very own ...

• “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 ...

With many backyards shrinking, space is at a real premium. You can’t afford to sacrifice room for a large, sprawling fruit tree, especially if you have a balcony or ...

Q: My Meyer lemon has done well over the years. I protect it when it gets very cold. It has produced fruit regularly each year. My peach tree is about 30 feet away. The lemon is covered in bees, but ...

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Nothing beats baking fresh fruit tarts from a tree you cultivated in your backyard orchard. But what if you live in a chilly location? Will the harsh weather mean poor growth and pitiful harvests?

Once peaches and nectarines could only be cultivated in greenhouses but new dwarf trees have been bred which are ideal for growing on a warm, sunny patio. We show you how to grow your own peaches.

For March birthdays, the birth month fruit tree is plum. As spring starts to arrive, plum trees become adorned with dainty white, pink, and red blossoms. Leaves are yet to develop, so the rounded ...