Fruits
Most people love fruit but not everyone is confident enough for growing fruits in the garden. Don’t let this deter you. We can help with tips on how to grow fruits and berries of all kinds. Whether a seasoned gardener or just starting out, creating an edible fruit garden is easy. From common types of fruit (strawberries, watermelons, etc.) to tropical fruit tree growing (lemons, kumquats, etc.), there’s something here for everyone. Use our tips on growing fruits in the garden and you'll be on your way to eating home-grown fruit of your very own.
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How To Grow A Plum Seed Into A Tree Full Of Delicious Fruit
Learn how to plant plum seeds to grow your own plum tree. This simple guide outlines everything you need to know for success.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Blueberries In Pots – Container-Based Blues For Yummy Summer Fruits
Everyone should be making room in their garden for a superfruit, but if you’re short on space, worry not. You’ll find that growing blueberries in pots is just as rewarding and well within your reach
By Teo Spengler
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Grow The Sweetest Strawberry Fruits: Try These 6 Top Tips For Luscious Berry Goodness!
Why are some strawberry fruit sweet and what makes strawberries taste sour? Most causes of sour strawberries can be attributed to less than ideal growing conditions. Learn more about that here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How Long Do Strawberries Take To Grow? Plus, Tips For A Faster Fruit Harvest
Strawberries are a great fruit for just about every garden, but how long do you have to wait for juicy berries? Depending on your method, maybe not too long!
By Amy Grant
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Don’t Lose Your Strawberries! Check For These 7 Strawberry Diseases & Protect Your Strawbs
Although strawberry plants are generally robust, you do need to keep an eye out for infections. Here are the 7 main strawberry diseases to watch out for
By Tonya Barnett
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Strawberry Plant Not Producing Fruit? Here’s 6 Reasons Why – Plus, How To Boost Your Berries
A strawberry plant not producing fruit is understandably frustrating. If you’re puzzled by the lack of strawberries on your plants, it’s time to take action with this checklist
By Teo Spengler
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Mulching Strawberries: Create The Ideal Growing Environment For Tasty Summer Berries
Mulching strawberries is crucial for their survival over winter and will help next year's crop be as healthy as possible. Explore best mulch for strawberries.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Do You Want Fruit Trees That Like Wet Soil? Try These Fruits That Can Deal With Damp Spots
Certain fruit trees are better able to adapt to damp spots – and some fruits thrive in wetter conditions. Try these 5 easygoing, prolific and tasty fruit trees that like wet soil
By Teo Spengler
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Bugged About Strawberry Pests? 6 Common Pests, Plus How To Protect Your Precious Strawbs
Strawberry plants looking a little under the weather and not sure why? Check to make sure they haven’t come a-cropper to one of these classic strawberry pests
By Tonya Barnett
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Growing Strawberries In Raised Beds – Here’s Why And How To Do It
Growing strawberries in containers and hanging baskets has its perks, but have you tried growing strawberries in raised beds? Here's how to raise your berry-growing game
By Teo Spengler
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How To Grow Hydroponic Strawberries For Fast, Fresh Berry Fruits In A Clean And Fuss-Free Way
Cultivating strawberries outside of traditional pots and ground-based plots may sound like the stuff of science fiction but here’s why growing hydroponic strawberries can work for you
By Susan Albert
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A Strawberry Hanging Basket Is An Elegant Way To Grow Fresh Fruit At Your Fingertips
Love strawberries but space is at a premium? The solution is growing strawberries in hanging baskets. Learn more about growing hanging strawberries.
By Susan Albert
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Coconut Tree: Complete Care And Growing Guide
Learn how to plant and grow a beautiful coconut tree if you live in a warm climate. If not, grow one in a container. Coconut palms bring the feel of the tropics into your space.
By Teo Spengler
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Banana Plant Indoor Care: Ultimate Growing Guide
What could be more fun than growing a banana plant indoors? Read up on how to do it and what to expect (or not) in terms of fruit from an indoor banana tree.
By Amy Grant
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Lime Tree Care: Ultimate Growing Guide & Expert Tips
Lime plants are a smaller version of the familiar lime citrus tree but they don't need a tropical climate to produce delicious fruit.
By Heather Rhoades
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Pruning Blackberries For A Bigger Harvest: How-To Guide
Pruning blackberry bushes can be prickly, but it's worth doing for a bigger harvest of juicy berries. Learn how.
By Amy Grant
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8 Best Fruit Trees To Plant As Bare Roots In Fall – For The Fastest, Sweetest Harvest
Get a head start on home harvests by planting bare-root fruit trees this fall. Find the best varieties and learn tips for planting and caring for new trees.
By Mary Ellen Ellis