If you think you don't have space to grow a fruit tree it's time to think again. Now you can get a great choice of easy and reliable small and dwarf varieties of fruit trees in bare root form that ...

I received some bare root trees and shrubs as a gift and would like to know how to plant and care for them. — Jerry Rosen, Skokie That sounds like a great gift, just ahead of the growing season. Bare ...

Growing your own fruits and vegetables can bring you a sense of pride and peace of mind in knowing exactly where your produce originates. Fruit trees in particular add to the landscape of your home ...

There are several advantages to planting bare-root trees: they are usually less expensive, easier for gardeners to transport and they will grow their roots entirely into native soil (rather than ...

There are several advantages to planting bare-root trees: they are usually less expensive, easier for gardeners to transport, and they will grow their roots entirely into native soil (rather than ...

Bare-root trees are best planted in the spring, and container-grown trees in the fall. Young trees should be protected against winter damage and wildlife. Don't allow trees to fruit in the first two ...

If you want to plant fruit trees in your garden or orchard, but aren’t sure whether to purchase bare-root or potted trees, you’re not alone. Deciding on the right type of tree for your space will ...

These dormant trees grow strong roots. Bare-root fruit trees don’t look like much, but there’s a lot of promise in the dormant plants. Their limbs are free of leaves and their roots have been cleaned ...

Once the current rain has subsided, and the ground has had a bit of time to dry out, planting fruit trees may be on the to-do list for your garden. It’s that time of year when nurseries are stocked ...

Potted fruit trees are more expensive, but you do not need to plant them immediately. Bare-root fruit trees are cheaper, but they need to be planted promptly and watered regularly. You often have more ...