A good rule of thumb is to get potted fruit trees in the ground at least 4 to 6 weeks before your fall frost date. In a mild winter climate where the ground does not freeze, dormant bare-root trees ...

“Asian pears are ready to pick and eat as soon as their skin is no longer green and has changed to shades of brown, russet, or gold,” says Ervin. “The fruit will still be firm when picked and will ...

As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for home gardeners and orchardists. Frost can significantly harm budding ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Rootstocks, climate zones, culling, pruning, soil, PH, pesticides, and planting were just a few of the basics that were discussed at the fruit growing tree 101 class led by Ed ...

Personally, I like to deal with local nurseries. It helps local business, plus you get to see what you’re buying and have a place to go back to in case you run into trouble. Mail-order plants are ...

Do not plant black walnuts, eastern red cedars, junipers, and hawthorns near apple trees. Avoid planting tomatoes, potatoes, ...