Pear trees require fertilizer when they are young and when the soil lacks essential nutrients. For young trees, a balanced ...

The way you prune a pear tree, and the time you do it, can significantly impact both the health of the tree and the amount of fruit you can expect to enjoy.

Growing your own pecan tree for a ton of wonderful eating nuts might be easier than you think! Come with me on a pecan ...

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’d love to grow fruit trees but think you don’t have the space, think again. You don’t need an orchard or even a large backyard to enjoy garden-picked fruit. Instead, use a method perfected by ...

Bradford pears aren't the only fruit tree you should stay away from. Experts also caution against a few other varieties, like ...

When Tom Spellman began lecturing on fruit trees more than two decades ago, his audience skewed primarily older with lots of people in their 60s and 70s. In recent years, that’s started to change.

Q: I’d like to eventually grow some of my own fruit. What’s a good starting point and what do I need to consider? A: It’s fun to try growing your own food, though fruit trees require the greatest ...

Fruit trees are always a great addition to your garden. As well as looking pretty and making your garden smell great, they also provide quicker and cheaper fruit options than supermarkets and are ...

Looking to turn your yard into a secluded oasis? While a fence certainly provides privacy, it doesn't have the beauty (or ...