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How to get a plum tree to fruit – tips for a bigger and better harvest
Growing a plum tree can be a rewarding experience for any gardener. Plums trees, Prunus domestica are members of the rose – or Rosaceae – family, and so unsurprisingly they put on a brilliant ...
The 7 Easiest Fruit Trees to Grow for a Delicious, Stress-Free Harvest Every Year
Depending on the size and variety of the pear tree, expect it to bear fruit between three to seven years of age. “You can ...
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Dwarf fruit trees may be a good option for smaller yards
If you love fresh fruit but don't have much space, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in today’s compact ...
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The Meaning behind ‘Genius’ Bands on New York Fruit Trees
The bands, which have been called "brilliant" and "genius", look just like a piece of electrical wire. As it turns out, ...
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Fruit trees need attention this time of year. Here’s a guide to planting, pruning and spraying
Fruit trees can grow well in a variety of soil ... For instance, if your apple, pear or plum tree has coddling moth, he recommends Cyd-X, a virus that is nontoxic to anything but the moth; the ...
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How to grow fruit trees in your own backyard; plus local resources to get you started
Then consider a fruit tree that is a good fit for your level of gardening experience. Plum, cherry, pear and fig trees are all known to be relatively low maintenance due to their disease and pest ...
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Growing a fruit tree
We show you how to get started. The most commonly planted fruit trees are apple trees but you don't always have to follow convention. Pear, plum, fig and medlar trees can also produce good results.