Nothing screams summer like biting into a ripe, juicy peach, a stone fruit that’s typically harvested in the United States from May through late September. While you can buy peaches at farmers markets ...

While planting your peach tree in fall has its advantages under the right conditions, be sure to prune it properly and protect it from pesky rabbits.

Question: Our peach tree produced a good crop this year. When does it need pruning and what care is needed to continue good production? Answer: Congratulations on a great crop of fruit. Early-fruiting ...

Caring for fruit trees in triple-digit temperatures can be summed up in two words: Water them. “Give them a good, deep drink,” says Terry H. Mikel, area horticulturalist for the University of Arizona ...

Key PointsFruit trees require year-round care starting in autumn after the harvest. Good hygiene is key to preventing disease ...

Fruit trees are quite popular among homeowners. The fruit can be eaten fresh, used for baking, preserving, and in ice cream. Some fruit trees are easier to grow than others, but all require ...

Prune fruit trees in late winter or during early spring dormancy for faster healing and stronger growth. Prune lightly in summer to shape trees, but avoid fall or early winter cuts that risk cold ...

Securing a fruit tree to plant in your garden or in a planter on your patio may seem like an expensive venture, but it doesn't have to be. Thanks to this Gardening Express sale, green-thumbed shoppers ...

You’d be surprised how long some trees last…if properly maintained…and how soon the trees will start to produce.