Fruits

Growing fruits is one of the most satisfying harvests you'll ever have. Learn how to maximize production of your fruit gardens for sweet success!

blueberries and blackberies

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Can You Plant Blueberries With Blackberries?

Thinking of planting blueberries next to your blackberry plants this season? These two plants do share similar growing conditions, but does that make them good garden companions? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at if these two plants should be planted next to each other or if there are better options in your garden.

rambutan tree

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Rambutan Trees

The rambutan tree is a true tropical that produces some distinctively hairy-looking berries. In this expert guide by gardener Kaleigh Brillon, you'll learn the growing tips you need to grow and harvest these interesting fruits!

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20 Best Companion Plants for Watermelons

Are you looking for a few companion plants to grow with your watermelons this season? There are plenty of different options to choose from. In this article, gardening expert Kayleigh Brillon looks at her favorite plants to grow with watermelon this season!

Blackberries after Planting in Garden

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When Should You Plant Blackberries This Season?

Are you unsure when you should plant your blackberries in the ground? These popular shrubs are a fruiting favorite for a reason, but planting too early or too late in the season can cause problems. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her advice for when to put blackberries in the ground this season.

A close-up shot of the fruit of the ground cherry

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How to Plant, Grow and Care for Ground Cherry

The ground cherry is a unique fruit that is easy to grow. The tasty fruit is eaten fresh or made into pie filling or jams. Physalis peruviana is a large shrubby perennial for temperate and subtropical zones. Kaleigh Brillon will take you through the steps to growing this useful shrub.

how to prune overgrown fruit trees

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How to Prune Overgrown Fruit Trees in 7 Easy Steps

Do your overgrown fruit trees need a prune? Depending on the type of tree, all it takes is a few simple steps to get your tree properly pruned. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares the simple steps you can take to trim an overgrown fruit tree in your yard or garden.

Strawberries Grown in Hardiness Zone 7 Garden in Organic Soil

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When Should You Plant Strawberries in Hardiness Zone 7?

Are you planting strawberries in your garden that happens to fall in USDA hardiness zone 7? If so, understanding the timing around when to plant is critical. In this article, gardening expert and former organic farmer Logan Hailey examines all you need to know about planting strawberries in this hardiness zone.

A close up of a popular apple tree variety producing fruit. Up close you can see the pink fruits ready to pick, with green foliage behind them.

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28 Different Types of Apple Tree Varieties to Grow This Season

Are you trying to figure out which types of apple trees to grow this season? There are many different apple tree varieties you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Merideth Corhs looks at some of her favorite types of apple trees you can grow.

A close-up shot of several leaves of a seedling of a plant showcasing how to overwinter strawberries

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How to Overwinter Strawberries in 6 Easy Steps

Are you trying to overwinter strawberries in your garden, but aren't quite sure where to start? In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey walks through the entire process to overwinter strawberries to keep them alive and productive into next growing season.

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7 Tips For Faster Growing Apple Trees This Season

Looking to maximize your apple yield this season? While most apple trees have a traditional growth pattern, there are a few things you can do to encourage them to grow a little faster. In this article, gardening expert Merideth Corhs walks through her top tips for faster growing apple trees!