Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As temperatures drop and leaves fall, gradually reduce watering and stop once the ...

Dreaming of harvesting peaches, plums, apples or figs from your own backyard? Growing delicious homegrown fruit starts with ...

Caring for fruit-bearing trees comes down to a few simple tips.

Irrigation strategies in fruit tree production have emerged as a cornerstone for enhancing both the resilience and productivity of orchards in water‐scarce environments. Contemporary research has ...

Which option is best for you depends on the planting time, your budget, and other factors.

Q: We moved into our home a year ago in January, and had only three delicious peaches from two existing trees. We redid our yard with a new drip system and rocks a few months ago. As I have no real ...

August is top tomato and watermelon time. It is also time to remove lawns, and to plant spring bulbs. Water management is critical: Know what to water, what to baby, and when to grab a tall, cool ...

Yes, you can grow fresh fruit on your balcony.

Q: I have a 'Variegated Pink Eureka' lemon tree, about 4 feet high, in a big container. It bloomed recently (some blossoms are still on) and began to set tiny fruit. But now I'm worried: Some of the ...

For answers on if or how gardeners can revive a badly pruned citrus tree, we turned to Frank McDonough, botanist at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia. McDonough’s first ...