Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Des Moines is planning a public fruit tree orchard in Drake Park, which would allow community members to pick fruit for free. The project involves collaboration between city officials, urban farmers, ...

The idea of having a fruit tree in your backyard is appealing for several reasons. Not only can these trees add some character to your outdoor spaces, but you might also be able to pick fruit from ...

Are you dreaming of having fresh apples, cherries, or peaches straight from your own yard? Before you run out and buy that bare-root pink lady apple sapling, you need to take a look at your soil. One ...

A project six years in the making took root at La Jolla Elementary School last week, when students, parents and other volunteers planted a couple of dozen fruit trees on a campus hillside to create a ...

Select a fruit tree variety for your climate and plant it in full sun. Pruning, thinning fruit, and watering during dry spells are key to good fruit production. To ensure pollination, plant trees in ...