Fruit
Get expert advice on growing and caring for fruit with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to grow watermelons vertically in small garden spaces – 4 key steps to get right for fantastic fruits
Picking the right type of watermelon and paying attention to training are key to good yields
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow a lime tree in a pot – 4 things to get right for healthy trees and great harvests, even in tiny spaces
Expert tips from experienced citrus tree growers
By Drew Swainston Published
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Growing a date palm tree for hundreds of pounds of fruit is simpler than you think – expert tips to plant and cultivate one successfully
Discover how date palm trees are both ornamental and productive
By Drew Swainston Published
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Can you harvest strawberries in the first year? An expert gardener says yes, but only if you grow a certain type of this delicious summer fruit
The focus on year one is to establish plants, but you can get a small harvest too
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow quince – for unique fragrant fruits and ornamental, easy-to-grow trees
Quince trees deserve to be more desirable, and here’s why
By Drew Swainston Published
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Is it too late to plant tomatoes in June? A growing expert shares all you need to know to get a successful fruit crop
It is possible to enjoy a delicious tomato harvest even when planting later in the season
By Sophia Pouget de St Victor Published
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How to plant loquat seeds – experts share 3 simple steps for growing healthy fruit trees from seed
Discover the secrets to preparing loquat seeds for successful germination
By Ciéra Cree Published
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7 plants to grow with watermelon for the best harvest ever, plus the crops to avoid
Picking the right companion plants for watermelon can deter pests, attract pollinators, and provide vital nutrients
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow honeyberry plants for nutritious fruits and cold-hardy shrubs – they'll survive down to hardiness zone 2
Honeyberry plants are an ideal crop for northern gardeners
By Drew Swainston Published
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A blueberry farmer reveals the two tell-tale signs of ripe fruits so you can harvest at the perfect time
Spot perfect fruits, and harvest them successfully with our simple picking technique
By Drew Swainston Published