When it comes to planting fruit-bearing trees around your home, few moments are more exciting than your first real harvest. After months -- or even years -- of watering, pruning, and waiting, you ...

A gardener harvests a persimmon from a tree. - Emilija Manevska/Getty Images The American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) tree is a great addition to an edible landscape. Its fall colors and ...

Just when you’re ready for a long winter’s nap, it’s time to tend your fruit trees. If you don’t, chances are they’ll struggle in the coming season. Giving them attention now helps ward off insects ...

Citrus trees are a popular choice for home fruit production in southeast Louisiana. Although relatively carefree as backyard fruit trees go, various problems do occur. I thought it would be helpful to ...

Q: I would like a Gala apple tree to match my two Anna apple trees. They are about 12 feet apart. How far from them can I plant the Gala tree, and will there be a problem with cross-pollination or ...

CORVALLIS — It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the ...

No leaves or fruit block your view. This applies to all pome (apple and pear) and stone fruit trees grown here in the Yakima Valley. After inspecting for problems, while you still have your head in ...

Propagation is the best way to get fruit trees that yield good fruit and resist disease. Learn three ways to propagate fruit ...

The American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) tree is a great addition to an edible landscape. Its fall colors and long-lasting fruit add tons of ornamental value. Because the fruit is best eaten when ...