Fruits
Most people love fruit but not everyone is confident enough for growing fruits in the garden. Don’t let this deter you. We can help with tips on how to grow fruits and berries of all kinds. Whether a seasoned gardener or just starting out, creating an edible fruit garden is easy. From common types of fruit (strawberries, watermelons, etc.) to tropical fruit tree growing (lemons, kumquats, etc.), there’s something here for everyone. Use our tips on growing fruits in the garden and you'll be on your way to eating home-grown fruit of your very own.
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What Is Grape Chlorosis – Treating Chlorosis Of Grape Leaves
Are your grape leaves losing color? It might be chlorosis of grape leaves. What is grape chlorosis and what causes it? The following article contains information on how to recognize the symptoms of grape chlorosis and its treatment.
By Amy Grant
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All Sweet Watermelon Plant Info – Learn How To Grow All Sweet Melons In Gardens
When you get right down to it, there are a lot of watermelon varieties to choose from. But what if all you want is a good, vigorous, delicious, quintessential watermelon? Then watermelon "All Sweet" might be what you're after. Learn more in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Ali Baba Watermelon Care: Tips On Growing Ali Baba Melons
Not all watermelons are created equal, and taste and texture can vary among cultivars. With so many gardeners listing these as their favorites, it only makes sense to try growing Ali Baba melons. Click here for more information on Ali Baba watermelon care.
By Teo Spengler
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Candy Crisp Apple Info: Learn How To Grow Candy Crisp Apples
If you love sweet apples like Honey Crisp, you might want to try growing Candy Crisp apple trees. Never heard of Candy Crisp apples? The following article contains Candy Crisp apple info on how to grow Candy Crisp apples in the landscape.
By Amy Grant
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How To Treat Rugose Mosaic Disease: What Is Cherry Rugose Mosaic Virus
Cherries with rugose mosaic virus are unfortunately untreatable. Know the signs of rugose mosaic if you have cherry trees so you can remove diseased trees and prevent disease spread as soon as possible. This article will help with that.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Delmarvel Information – Learn About Growing Delmarvel Strawberries
For folks living in the mid-Atlantic and southern United States, Delmarvel strawberry plants were at one time THE strawberry. It isn't any wonder why there was such hoopla over growing Delmarvel strawberries. To learn why, click the following article.
By Amy Grant
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Tillamook Strawberry Facts – What Is A Tillamook Strawberry
If you decide to grow strawberries in your backyard garden, you may be overwhelmed by all the choices. There are many cultivars of this berry. If you want a high-yield plant that produces large, good-quality berries, try the Tillamook. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Grapevine Pollination Needs – Are Grapes Self-Fruitful
Most fruiting trees must be cross-pollinated, which means another tree of a different variety must be planted nearby the first. But what about grapes? Do you need two grapevines for successful pollination, or are grapevines self-fertile? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Blackberry Orange Rust Treatment: Managing Blackberries With Orange Rust
Fungal diseases can take many forms. Some symptoms are subtle and barely noticeable, while other symptoms may stand out like a bright beacon. Learn more about the symptoms of blackberries with orange rust in the article that follows.
By Darcy Larum
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Blight Fig Disease – Tips For Treating Pink Blight In Figs
Fig trees add character to the landscape and produce a bounty of tasty fruit. Pink limb blight can ruin the shape of a tree and destroy the crop. Read this article to find out how to detect and treat this destructive disease of figs.
By Jackie Carroll
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Raspberry Bushy Dwarf Info: Learn About Raspberry Bushy Dwarf Virus
When raspberries finally start to flower and fruit, the disappointment is palpable when fruits are sub par or aren't fit for consumption due to RBDV. Learn more about treating raspberry bushy dwarf virus here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Wallis’s Wonder Plum Info – How To Grow A Wallis’s Wonder Plum Tree
For a late-season plum that holds up in storage all fall and that you can enjoy in a variety of ways, from fresh to canned, try growing Wallis’s Wonder plums. This delightful plum has a fun flavor to match its cheerful name. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Cercospora Of Strawberries: Learn About Leaf Spot On Strawberry Plants
Cercospora of strawberries can adversely affect crop yields and plant health. Get some tips on recognizing this strawberry leaf spot disease and how to prevent its occurrence in this article. Click here for additional information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Belle De Louvain Tree Care – How To Grow Belle De Louvain Plums
If you are considering growing a Belle de Louvain plum tree, you’ll need information on the tree’s growth requirements. Click the following article for facts about these plum trees and their fruit, as well as tips on how to grow Belle de Louvain plums.
By Teo Spengler
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Cherry Witches’ Broom Info: What Causes Witches’ Broom Of Cherry Trees
Witches? broom is a common affliction of many trees and shrubs. It can be caused by several different vectors. In this article, we will specifically discuss the causes and symptoms of witches? broom on a cherry tree. Click here for more information on cherry witches? broom.
By Darcy Larum
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Grape Armillaria Symptoms: What Is Armillaria Root Rot Of Grapes
Growing grapevines is fun, even if you don?t make your own wine. Fungal infections, including the grape armillaria fungus, can ruin your vines, though. Know the signs of infection and what to do to prevent or manage it in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Blueberry Stem Blight Info – Managing Stem Blight On A Blueberry Bush
Stem blight on blueberries is a significant disease that is most prevalent in the southeastern United States. The following blueberry stem blight info contains facts about symptoms, transmittance, and treating blueberry stem blight in the garden. Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant