QUIZ: Apple or Avocado? Find Out Which Type of Fruit Tree Is Best For Your Garden and Lifestyle
Dream of planting a fruit tree in your yard, but not sure where to start? Our quiz will help you find the perfect variety for your individual circumstances.
When the weather gets too cold to tend to the garden, it's the perfect time to plant fruit trees. Late fall and winter provide the optimal conditions for roots to establish in the moist, cool soil before the stress of hot, dry weather.
But which fruit tree should you plant in your yard? You might be obsessed with avocados or dream of a show-stopping cherry tree, but all fruit trees have specific growing requirements, and it's vital to choose a tree that's compatible with your outdoor space and climate.
Luckily, there is a type of fruit tree to suit any gardener – even if you have almost no space at all. Whether you dream of growing a backyard orchard or a small potted tree on the patio, our quiz will help you work out what option is truly best for you.
Ready to find your perfect match? By answering questions about your climate, space, and style, our quiz will quickly pair you with the ideal variety – whether you’re in a cold northern zone or a tropical oasis.
So, what does this mean for your yard? Check out our expert growing guides below to learn exactly how to plant, prune, and care for your ideal tree for a bumper harvest:
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Melanie is an experienced gardener and has worked in homes and gardens media for over 20 years. She previously served as Editor on Period Living magazine, and worked for Homes & Gardens, Gardening Etc, Real Homes, and Homebuilding & Renovating. Melanie has spent the last few years transforming her own garden, which is constantly evolving as a work in progress. She is also a passionate organic home grower, having experimented with almost every type of vegetable at some point. In her home, Melanie tends to an extensive houseplant collection and is particularly fond of orchids.