Rising plant prices and tight budgets push home gardeners toward an old trick hiding in plain sight in the fruit bowl. Across the country, thrifty growers ...
Autumn paints the lawn gold, and rakes stay in the shed. A quiet choice now shapes what ripens on your trees. As the last apples drop and the first frosts ...
During the balmy summer months, there's nothing quite like plucking fresh fruit straight from the trees in your own garden.
Prune fruit trees in late winter or during early spring dormancy for faster healing and stronger growth. Prune lightly in summer to shape trees, but avoid fall or early winter cuts that risk cold ...
17:24, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Updated: 17:25, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Homeowners are being warned they risk a fine for taking fruit from a neighbour’s tree. September is one of the peak times of year for fruit ...
A milder winter has raised some concerns among experts when it comes to the upcoming fruit crop season. Following the more mild winter, freeze resistance in fruit crops is lower than what it would be ...
Just when you’re ready for a long winter’s nap, it’s time to tend your fruit trees. If you don’t, chances are they’ll struggle in the coming season. Giving them attention now helps ward off insects ...
Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an aesthetically ...