From their vivid color to their complex flavors and growing conditions, red fleshed apples invite us to look more closely at how fruit develops—and what we still have to learn from it.
From their vivid color to their complex flavors and growing conditions, red fleshed apples invite us to look more closely at how fruit develops—and what we still have to learn from it.
Not sure which fruit trees will thrive where you live? Climate plays a much bigger role than most people expect. Explore how chill hours, hardiness zones, and real-world experience help growers choose fruit trees that actually succeed.
Looking for the right fruit tree? Explore top specialist nurseries, and learn how to choose trees that will thrive in your unique growing conditions.
Explore how to design a fruit tree garden based on fact, not fantasy. What works, what grows, and what makes sense for ANY unique site.
Learn the history of apple trees, how feral apple trees differ from native ones, and to learn the mystery around Malus coronaria's reproduction.
Learn how to grow and enjoy the fruit of the overlooked and forgotten medlar (Mespilus germanica)
Learn about the 10 best heirloom apple trees for warm climates and southern growers.
How do you choose fruit trees that will work for your landscape? This article and video show you the tips to inspecting and choosing the right fruit trees.
Many types of fruit trees won't survive in a very cold climate. But winter hardy apple trees can thrive in USDA zones 2-4. This article highlights some of the best winter hardy apple trees.
Dwarf cherry tree, or cherry shrub: which is a better choice for your small garden?
When it comes to growing apple trees, there is a hard way and an easy way. Learn all about it in this blog post.
Should you pay more for a larger fruit tree to plant in your garden? Will that lead to a healthier tree and bigger harvest? It may not...read this article to learn why.
What are the best plum trees to plant and grow? Learn about native North American plums and how are they different from European and Japanese plums.
Some say nitrogen-fixing trees improve the soil in your garden or orchard. Others say they are a waste of space. Learn more in this article.
You have a great harvest. But how can you store your home-grown harvest so it stays fresh over the winter months?
If you live in a cold climate, growing a lemon tree indoors is still possible. Learn how in this article.
Learn how to grow nutrient-rich Seabuckthorn berries with plant breeder Bill Schroeder of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
Learn how to turn your backyard into a food forest in three steps in this article, video and podcast.
Learn about 8 of the most historic - and most delicious - heirloom peach varieties that you can grow in your garden.
If blueberries are native plants in North America, why are they so hard to grow? Learn the secrets of growing blueberries in this interview and podcast.