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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Indoor Lemon Tree Not Fruiting? This Easy January Pruning Trick Works Wonders for Your Potted CitrusIf your potted lemon tree has loads of leaves but never produces golden harvests, this clever ‘reset’ trick can help you flip the switch from foliage to fruit – and late winter is the perfect time for a reset
By Tyler Schuster
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Fig Propagation Guide: 3 Easy Ways to Grow Figs from CuttingsRejuvenate your garden for free! We break down the steps for rooting fig cuttings indoors and outdoors.
By Liz Baessler
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The Best Way to Grow Apricot Trees from Seed: Timing and Care TipsDon't throw away your apricot pits! Learn how to plant and care for these seeds to grow a beautiful, fruit-bearing tree that will provide shade for decades.
By Tyler Schuster
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Grapevine Care Made Easy: Complete Guide to Growing Grapes in Your Home GardenGrowing grapevines may seem intimidating, but there is nothing to fear. Learn everything you need to know about growing grapes at home.
By Teo Spengler
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Growing Heirloom Apples: A Guide to Selecting the Perfect VarietyChoose the perfect heirloom apples and take a bite out of history! These varieties are sure to bring lots of flavor to your garden.
By Tyler Schuster
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Think You Can't Grow Figs in Your Area? This Cold-Hardy Variety Will Change Your MindThe Chicago Hardy fig is a game-changer for northern gardeners. Its unique fruiting style promises a harvest even after a sub-zero winter.
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Prune Raspberries: A Guide for Summer-Bearing and Everbearing TypesPruning raspberries isn't just about avoiding thorns – it keeps the berries coming! We break down which cuts to make for summer, fall, or even double crops.
By Tyler Schuster
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Why Mulching Blueberries in Winter Guarantees Better Fruit – and How to Do It Right to Boost Your BluesThe one thing guaranteed to get your blueberry plants off to the best start next year is mulching blueberries in winter. Here’s how to give your blues the acidic boost they need
By Teo Spengler
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Your Birth Month Has a Fruit Tree! Find Yours & Plant It This Fall for a Sweet HarvestWhat delicious fruit does your birth month have in store for you? Find out what your fruit tree is and get growing!
By Teo Spengler
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How to Grow an Avocado Seed into a Truly Unique Houseplant – Follow These Tips for SuccessGot a leftover avocado pit? Plant an avocado pit to grow a leafy houseplant or maybe a tree someday. These steps make sprouting a seed simple.
By Tyler Schuster
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Grow Your Own Fruit for Free – 7 Easy Fall Cuttings to Take Now from Fruit Trees and ShrubsGot a favorite fruit you want to propagate, or do you want to grab something from friends or neighbors? Here are 7 fall cuttings from fruit trees and shrubs that can boost your supply of homegrown heroes
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How to Winterize Citrus Trees and Keep Them Safe From Frost DamageDon't let the cold get the better of your citrus trees. Follow these tips to get them through the winter.
By Tyler Schuster
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Fruit Cocktail Trees Are the Magical Space-Saving Hack That Let You Grow Lots of Different Fruits At OnceFancy adding a little Willy Wonka-style magic to your backyard? You need a fruit cocktail tree.
By Kayleigh Dray
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8 Fruits That Grow In Shade To Fill Even Tricky Corners Of Your Yard With Luscious EdiblesEver planted fruits in low light and struggled to get them to thrive? It’s time to get savvy to these 8 fruiting shrubs and fruit trees that grow in shade
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fall Fruit Cane, Berry and Currant Planting – Plant These 5 in Autumn for the Ultimate FruitsSome of the tastiest berries and currants are started off in autumn – so if you’re keen on fruit canes, berries and currant planting, here are 5 of the best fruits to plant in the fall
By Teo Spengler
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5 Fruit Trees I Always Prune Back After Harvesting Their Fruits – For Healthy Home Orchards and Future CropsFruit pruning isn’t always tied to dormancy. These 5 fruit trees can be pruned after their fruits are harvested. So once you’ve enjoyed your feast, grab your pruners!
By Teo Spengler
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Fig Wasps: Unveiling the Hidden World Within Your Figs and How Bugs Help Make It All PossibleCurious about fig wasps? Dive into their wild relationship with figs, the fig wasp life cycle, and if you’re really chomping on bugs.
By Tyler Schuster

