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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Control Of Strawberry Black Root Rot: Treating Black Root Rot Of Strawberries
Black root rot of strawberries is a serious disorder commonly found in fields with a lengthy history of strawberry cultivation. In the following article, learn how to recognize the symptoms and get tips for the control of strawberry black root rot.
By Amy Grant
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Haganta Plum Care – Growing Haganta Plums In The Landscape
Urban dwellers are looking for ways to add homegrown fruits and vegetables to their landscape. The vibrant colors of fruit trees are an excellent way to accomplish this task, and those such ‘Haganta’ plums, offer both beauty and taste. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Blue Tit Plum Info – How To Grow A Blue Tit Plum Tree
Variations among plum trees may make the process of choosing one an extremely difficult task. Luckily, growers are often able to find fruit trees that are well-suited and thrive in their garden’s unique microclimate. One such tree is the ‘Blue Tit’ plum. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Fruit Tree Grease Bands – Applying Fruit Tree Grease Or Gel Bands For Insects
Did you know you can use fruit tree grease bands for insect control? If you want to know how to apply fruit tree grease bands or the ins and outs of using gel bands, simply click on the following article for additional information.
By Teo Spengler
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Thrips On Citrus Tree: Control Of Citrus Thrips
Home growers know citrus trees that bear delicious fruits are often prey to pest problems. Citrus thrips are one of the most common. Read this article to find out how to control these pests.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Orange Fruit Varieties: Growing Fruits That Are Orange
Orange colored fruit isn’t limited to the citrus orange. There are plenty of other orange colored fruit varieties, each packing a healthful punch. Read on for more.
By Amy Grant
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Mites On Grapevines: Tips For Controlling Grape Bud Mites
Whether you own a vineyard or have just a plant or two in the backyard, grapevine pests are a serious hazard. Some of these pests are grapevine bud mites. Click this article to learn more about mites on grapevines and grape bud mite control.
By Liz Baessler
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Control Of Plum Rust: How To Treat Rust On Plum Trees
Plum rust fungus is a problem for plum growers, often showing up every year from spring through autumn. Rust on plum trees generally isn’t deadly, but it can weaken the tree and affect fruit quality. For information on the control of plum rust, click this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is Citrus Greening Disease: Saving Plants Affected By Citrus Greening
Do you know how to spot citrus greening disease symptoms? This disease is a serious problem for citrus trees. Read this article to learn more about this disease and how to treat it.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Fruit Tree Thinning: Reasons For Small Hard Fruit & Immature Fruit Drop
Fruit tree problems are common in trees that have been planted with good intentions but are then left to their own devices, especially when immature fruit drop occurs. Read this article to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Is My Peach Tree Still Dormant: Help For Peach Trees Not Leafing Out
Peach trees not leafing out can be a serious problem that may leave you wondering if you've done something wrong. When a peach tree has no leaves, you can blame the weather. Read here to learn more.
By Jackie Carroll
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Ariel Plum Trees – Tips For Growing Ariel Plums At Home
If you like gage plums, you’ll love growing Ariel plum trees which produce pinkish gage-like plums. The following Ariel plum tree information discusses how to grow and care for Ariel plums in the home garden. Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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Gage Tree Information – Growing Coe’s Golden Drop Gage Fruit Trees
Green Gage plums produce fruit that is super sweet, a true dessert plum, but there is another sweet gage called Coe’s Golden Drop plum which rivals the Green Gage. Interested in learning how to grow Coe’s Gold Drop gage trees? This article will help.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Oleocellosis? What Causes Spots On Citrus Fruit
Oleocellosis of citrus is not a disease but rather a phenomenon caused by mechanical injury that can occur any time during harvest, handling or marketing. The injury causes greenish/brown areas on the fruit’s peel. Learn more about it in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Yellow Flesh Black Diamond Info – Yellow Black Diamond Watermelon Growing
Watermelons are some of the most quintessential summer fruits out there. One popular option is the Black Diamond Yellow Flesh melon. Click here to learn more about growing Yellow Flesh Black Diamond watermelon vines in the garden.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Grape Chlorosis – Treating Chlorosis Of Grape Leaves
Are your grape leaves losing color? It might be chlorosis of grape leaves. What is grape chlorosis and what causes it? The following article contains information on how to recognize the symptoms of grape chlorosis and its treatment.
By Amy Grant
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All Sweet Watermelon Plant Info – Learn How To Grow All Sweet Melons In Gardens
When you get right down to it, there are a lot of watermelon varieties to choose from. But what if all you want is a good, vigorous, delicious, quintessential watermelon? Then watermelon "All Sweet" might be what you're after. Learn more in this article.
By Liz Baessler