If you want to enjoy the literal fruits of a tree's labor, consider growing helpful plants in its vicinity. One great option ...

Depending on the size and variety of the pear tree, expect it to bear fruit between three to seven years of age. “You can ...

Looking for a few good fruit trees for beginners? Get tips for pruning fruit trees, how to manage pests and how to plant your fruit trees. (For details on growing many other vegetables and fruits ...

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.

Proving that you don’t need a big garden to grow your own fruit, these are the 10 best compact trees that are perfect for pots, according to the experts at the Royal Horticultural Society.

Free-standing fruit trees or bush trees, such as those grown in an orchard should be pruned when they're dormant, in winter. Trained trees, such as espaliers, cordons, pyramids and fans should be ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an ...