There's little as rewarding as eating homegrown fruit. The good news: Many varieties — like mulberry and lemon trees — don't require a large backyard to flourish. While it's true that some fruit trees ...

Similar to honeydew, cantaloupe thrives in well-drained, sandy loamy soil. Sears says you can jump-start the process by ...

Growing fruit trees indoors can transform even the coziest corners of your home into a verdant personal orchard. Even better, for impatient gardeners, there are a few fast-growing varieties that can ...

Maybe you know your watering, pruning, and fertilizing well enough to get your fruit trees and bushes to produce something edible out of a pot. Maybe the bugs won’t infest, and the deer won’t eat ...

Fruit bushes are a lovely treat in the summer, when the sweet, juicy berries are ready to harvest. But to reap the rewards, raspberries and blackcurrants must be planted by early spring, making this ...

CORVALLIS — It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the ...

If you want to bring a little interest, fragrance, and edible rewards to your indoor garden, consider growing a fruit tree. With enough light and proper care, these trees can thrive in a sunny window, ...

Whether you have a sprawling backyard or just a sunny balcony, you can grow your own fruit by matching the right tree to your climate and space. From dwarf citrus in pots to cold-hardy apples in the ...

Whether boosting fruit production or creating a beautiful edible landscape, these companion plants for blueberries will help ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Growing fruit trees in your backyard is a rewarding way to enjoy fresh, organic produce at home. Some fruit trees grow faster ...

Q: I’d like to eventually grow some of my own fruit. What’s a good starting point and what do I need to consider? A: It’s fun to try growing your own food, though fruit trees require the greatest ...