Perhaps one of the most desirable fruit trees to grow at home, apricots are prized for their sweet and juicy flavor. However, being generally less hardy than other top fruit, apricot trees do require ...

Q: We just planted a semidwarf apricot tree. It has two fruits on it, but no additional flowers. How do we take care of a new tree? How often do we water it? Do we need to worry about worms? Our tree ...

Use an apricot from your farmer’s market haul. Apricots may not be as celebrated as other stone fruits like peaches and cherries, but their sweet-tart flavor and velvety texture pack a nutritious ...

Healthy crops of healthy home-grown fruit is one of the delights of summer. To reap the rewards, and bit of preparation and care over winter is key to success. In mild climates, it’s common for some ...

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As soon as I stepped through the back gate, something felt wrong. The apple, peach, cherry, and plum trees all looked ...

Apricots may not be as celebrated as other stone fruits like peaches and cherries, but their sweet-tart flavor and velvety texture pack a nutritious punch. They’re pretty versatile when it comes to ...