The ancient technique remains popular today—here's why. If you’re looking for a creative way to grow citrus and other fruit trees, then you may have come across the phrase “espalier." The ancient ...
Question: I want to plant fruit trees but I have a very small yard. Would you recommend an espalier? If so, which trees work the best and how do I start? Answer: An espalier (pronounced ess-pah-lee-AY ...
There's no one month in which all fruit trees should be pruned since each variety has different needs, and there are different reasons for pruning, whether that's trimming off leafy growth to ...
If you’d love to grow fruit trees but think you don’t have the space, think again. You don’t need an orchard or even a large backyard to enjoy garden-picked fruit. Instead, use a method perfected by ...
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How to prune peach trees for bigger harvests

Take the guesswork out of harvesting with our guide on how to prune a peach tree to yield bigger, better fruit.
Knowing how and when to prune apple trees will help you harvest more fruit. Plus, regular pruning produces sweeter, more flavorful apples. When pruning an apple tree, a little effort goes a long way.