Orchards/Fruit Gardening
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Why Grow Citrus Trees?
Every back yard should have a citrus tree or two growing somewhere. They are easy to grow in most districts and provide a plentiful supply of fresh fruit in season.
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Growing Bananas in the Home Garden
Learn tips for getting the most out of banana plants in the backyard or landscape, including fruit management, propagation, and general care of banana plants.
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How to Grow Banana Plants
Best practices for growing banana plants in the backyard include proper fertilization and watering techniques as well as planting bananas in the right location.
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Choosing the Best Banana Plant Variety
Deciding which type of banana plant to grow depends on several factors, including the height of the plant, its level of cold tolerance, and the taste of the fruit.
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Late Autumn Early Winter Fruits Trees
Autumn doesn't mean the fruit orchard season has to be over. Here are three colourful fruits to grow for later autumn, early winter harvests.
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Vineyard Propagation
Grapes propagated from cuttings have a high rate of success for the grape growing enthusiast.
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Grape Vine Winter Care
When temperatures dip well below freezing, grape vine winter survival depends on good protection.
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Growing Fruit Trees
Growing fruit trees in the garden means an abundant supply of fresh fruit in season - fruit that has not been sprayed with anything toxic.
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Spend 4th of July with Thoughts of Thanksgiving
Pumpkins are great complements to the Fall holiday season. Rather than visiting someone else's pumpkin patch, why not bring Halloween and Thanksgiving to life at home?
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Heirloom Apples of the Hudson Valley
Since the apple's 17th century introduction to the Hudson Valley, the region has played a key role in the development of one of the world's favorite fruits.
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Blueberry Plants to Grow in Northern Gardens
Northern gardeners can add blueberries to a sustainable kitchen garden by growing hardy plants. Homegrown blueberries provide fresh fruit despite blueberry virus news.
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Growing Wine Grapes in Texas
Texas is the fifth leading wine producing state. Growing wine grapes requires knowledge and upfront costs, but the end result is worth it.
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Choosing Grape Varieties
Healthy, productive grapevines are possible with careful attention to their requirements.
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When to Pick Grapes
When hard green grapes soften and change color they are beginning to ripen in a stage of grape development known as veraison.
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Planning for Perennial Crops - Fruiting Bushes
As with any perennial crop, careful preparation of the growing site is critical to the long-term success of fruiting bushes.
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Planning for Perennial Crops - Brambles
As with any perennial, careful selection and preparation is critical to the long-term success of plants that will be in the same site for years at a time
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Planning for Perennial Crops - Fruit & Nut Trees
Careful planning is critical with long-lived, perennial crops that will occupy the same space for many years, like fruit and nut trees.
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Temperate Fruit Trees that Grow in Florida
Apples, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, plums, nectarines and other fruits can be grown successfully in parts of Florida if the correct varieties are planted.
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Tropical Fruit Trees in the Florida Home Garden
A number of tropical fruit trees and plants can be grown successfully in many parts of Florida, including tamarind, grapes and pineapple.
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Tropical Fruits that Grow in Florida
Many common and not-so-common fruit trees and bushes can be grown in north, central and south Florida, including starfruit, sugar apple and guava.
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Growing Strawberries in Florida
Certain strawberry cultivars can be grown successfully much of the year in North and Central Florida. Large, juicy fruit depends on variety selection and plant care.
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Summer Fruit Alternatives for the Garden
There are a number of lesser known fruit that can enhance a small garden, and fill the dinner table with tasty treats.
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A Garden of Melons
Melons are a joy to grow for the fruit they bring. They can be harvested in most zones. Summer is upon us, so now is a great time to learn how to add them to your garden.
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Choosing Sweet Cherry Trees
Focus on five tart cherry varieties. Pick the right cherry tree for your fruit garden by separating the sweet from the tart.
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Choosing Tart Cherry Trees
Focus on five tart cherry varieties. Pick the right cherry tree for your fruit garden by separating the tart from the sweet.
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