“All major fruit tree species tend to do better with spring planting,” Slack says. But it’s important to work around frost warnings. “Potted trees, if dormant, are fine once the soil thaws,” she adds.

‘Container-grown fruit trees can be planted almost all year round as long as the soil is not frozen, waterlogged or solid ...

There’s something undeniably magical about autumn—the crisp air, the crunchy leaves, and the sudden urge to sip cider while ...

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If you’re new to growing fruit trees and expecting instant gratification, we’ll have to burst your bubble before we get any further: most fruit trees take three full growing seasons before they begin ...

Growing your own fruits and vegetables can bring you a sense of pride and peace of mind in knowing exactly where your produce originates. Fruit trees in particular add to the landscape of your home ...

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 ...

Now is an ideal time to plant fruit trees. Fruit trees planted while they are still completely dormant allows the tree some time to establish root growth before the tree begins to grow again. The keys ...

The best time to prune depends on the type of tree. Spring-flowering trees (dogwoods, redbuds, ornamental cherries) should be ...

A fruit tree can be a friend or foe; it's all about understanding its needs. Peach, plum, or pear: here's the fertilizer your ...