While their spring blossom and autumn fruit are welcome members of the Prunus family can be a bit of a nuisance ...

Having fresh fruit picked from your own trees is the dream of many homeowners and gardeners. If you do your homework ahead of time, picking the right tree for the right soil and climate, there’s a ...

Sweet stone fruit with pedigrees like 'Sugar Lady' and 'Arctic Jay' have dueled for my attention, while the fortunes of experimental plum-cots and peach-plums rose and fell on the whims of my palate.

Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need to be ...

Q. What is sudden branch drop syndrome? Is there any way to prevent it? Sudden branch drop syndrome (also known as summer branch drop or summer branch limb failure) occurs when a limb from a ...