A guide to when and how to prune fan-trained fruit trees for healthy trees and bumper crops, including tips for training trees and pruning established trees.

Martin specifically recommends the dwarf fig Ficus carica ‘Fignomenal’ as her top pick for growing in pots. This pint-sized ...

A garden is more than just a pretty backdrop or a source of homegrown produce -- it's a living system, and the plants you choose can play a powerful role in supporting its health and biodiversity.

There are over 7,000 varieties of apple trees in the world—so where do you start when it comes to your garden? Knowing the best tree for your backyard depends on your climate and region, of course, ...

Dreaming of harvesting peaches, plums, apples or figs from your own backyard? Growing delicious homegrown fruit starts with ...

Yes, you can grow fresh fruit on your balcony.

CORVALLIS — From newly minted gardeners to avid urban farmers, everyone with a patch of land wants to grow an apple tree. Other fruits — pears, cherries, figs, plums — are desirable, too, but there’s ...

Have you heard of Egyptian apple pie? It’s the type mummy used to make. Apples are the most common homegrown fruit in Northern regions. Most apple tree owners know they’re supposed to prune their ...

Growing fruit trees in pots is a fantastic way to enjoy fresh produce, even if you have limited space. Container gardening ...

Winter is the prime season for planting and pruning fruit trees, and a little thoughtful work now pays off in healthier trees and better fruit later. When pruning mature trees, […] ...