Growing heirloom apple trees is becoming increasingly popular among home gardeners. With their hardy parentage, heirlooms are resilient and fairly easy to grow. There are dwarf and semi-dwarf ...

The warm weather we've experienced in Greater Columbus this past week has many a gardener itching to get outside and plant something. This past week I saw the first fruit trees available for purchase ...

Many fruit trees in North America need a cold snap to go dormant, but it can get too cold, particularly up north. Turn to ...

Growing an apple tree indoors is rewarding because the right dwarf variety, pot, and care can give you fresh fruit year-round. Choose a dwarf, well-suited variety, give it bright light, good soil, ...

Growing an apple tree is a great way to enjoy delicious, fresh fruit from the comfort of your own home. Once these plants reach maturity, they can produce hundreds of apples per year—so you'll always ...

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

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories. CATHY WURZER: Well, if you've ever wanted to grow an apple tree in your yard, there is a new tree on the market just ...

Some trees and shrubs have a bad reputation for being susceptible to diseases: lilacs to powdery mildew, junipers to juniper ...

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 ...

Most apple tree owners know our fruit trees should be pruned. But when we’re standing in front of the tree with pruning shears in hand, knowing how to begin the surgery can feel intimidating. Apple ...