Fruits
Most people love fruit but not everyone is confident enough for growing fruits in the garden. Don’t let this deter you. We can help with tips on how to grow fruits and berries of all kinds. Whether a seasoned gardener or just starting out, creating an edible fruit garden is easy. From common types of fruit (strawberries, watermelons, etc.) to tropical fruit tree growing (lemons, kumquats, etc.), there’s something here for everyone. Use our tips on growing fruits in the garden and you'll be on your way to eating home-grown fruit of your very own.
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Jackalberry Persimmon Trees: How To Grow An African Persimmon Tree
An integral part of the savannah ecosystem, is it possible to grow jackalberry persimmon trees here? Click on this article to find out how to grow an African persimmon and other information on jackalberry persimmon trees.
By Amy Grant
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Water Sprout Removal – How To Prune Apple Tree Water Sprouts
Water sprouts are thin shoots that arise from the trunk or branches of an apple tree. Apple tree water sprouts drain vital energy from a tree without providing any benefit in return. Find out what causes unsightly water sprouts and what to do about them in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Pruning Black Raspberry Bushes: How To Prune Black Raspberries
If you're new to black raspberry cultivation, you might be wondering, "When do I prune black raspberries back?". Fear not, pruning black raspberries isn't complicated. Click on this article to find out how to prune black raspberries.
By Amy Grant
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Reviving An Old Fruit Tree: How To Rejuvenate Old Fruit Trees
If not properly pruned and maintained over the years, fruit trees become overgrown and messy. Restoring old fruit trees is often possible with a lot of patience and a little know-how. Find tips on how to rejuvenate old fruit trees in this article.
By Teo Spengler
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Fall-Bearing Raspberry Pruning: Tips On Pruning Fall-Bearing Red Raspberries
Trimming fall-bearing red raspberries isn't difficult, once you figure out whether you want one crop a year or two. If you want to know how and when to trim fall-bearing raspberry canes, click this article for more information.
By Teo Spengler
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Pruning Summer Fruiting Raspberries – How To Prune Summer Raspberry Bushes
Summer-bearing red raspberry plants produce luscious summer berry crops year after year if you prune them correctly. When do you prune summer-bearing raspberries? How do you prune summer raspberry bushes? Find the information in this article.
By Teo Spengler
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Banana Plants In Winter: Tips For Successfully Overwintering A Banana Tree
If you don't actually live in the tropics, you're going to have to find something to do with your tree once winter comes. Find information about how to keep a banana tree over winter in this article. Click here to learn more.
By Liz Baessler
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Olive Tree Appetizer: Creating A Christmas Tree Made Of Olives
A Christmas tree made of cheese and colorful olives is something you’ll want to try. Click here for tips on making an olive Christmas tree.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is A Durian Fruit: Information On Durian Fruit Trees
Unarguably the most popular fruit throughout Southeast Asia, durian is also banned in many public places. So what is durian fruit and what are some durian fruits uses? Click this article to learn more about the unusual fruit.
By Amy Grant
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Wine Grape Varieties: Learn About The Best Types Of Wine Grapes
Grapes are developed on new shoots, called canes, which are useful for the preparation of jellies, pies, wine, and juice while the leaves can be used in cooking. They can also be eaten fresh. This article discusses which grapes are used to make wine.
By Gardening Know How
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Growing Loquat Seeds – Learn About Loquat Seed Germination
Planting loquat from seeds is easy, although because of grafting you can't expect to get a tree that produces the same fruit. If you're growing loquat seeds for ornamental purposes, though, you should be fine. Learn more about loquat seed germination here.
By Liz Baessler
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Fertilizing Blackberry Plants – Learn When To Fertilize Blackberry Bushes
Fertilizing your blackberry plants will give you the highest yield and the largest juiciest fruit, but how do you fertilize your blackberry bushes? Click here to find out when to fertilize blackberry bushes and other specific blackberry feeding requirements.
By Amy Grant
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Raspberry Container Care: How To Plant Raspberries In Pots
Even gardeners with limited space can enjoy a berry harvest by growing raspberries in containers. Growing raspberries in containers is no more work than planting them in the ground. If you are interested in container gardening with raspberries, click here.
By Teo Spengler
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Potted Goji Berries: Growing Goji Berries In Containers
If you like the idea of growing goji berries but you're lacking garden space, planting them in containers is a viable alternative. In fact, potted goji berries are surprisingly easy to grow and maintain. Learn more in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Goumi Berry Shrubs – Tips On Caring For Goumi Berries
Goumi berry shrubs are hardy and able to thrive in all kinds of conditions. Whether you want to collect the fruit or just want a tough, attractive tree, growing goumi berries is a good bet. Learn more goumi berry information in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Blueberry Bud Mite Damage – How To Control Blueberry Bud Mites
While it's more than worth it to grow your own, cultivating blueberries is not without its share of pitfalls. Amongst the disasters that might befall your plants is blueberry bud mite. What are blueberry bud mites and how can you control them? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Suckers On Lemon Trees: What Are Tree Shoots At Base Of Lemon Tree
Are you seeing small tree shoots at the base of your lemon tree or new strange-looking branches growing low on the tree trunk? These are most likely lemon tree sucker growth. Learn more about them in this article.
By Darcy Larum