One morning last summer I was sitting at my desk, staring idly out the window, when a woman stopped in front of a nectarine tree in my front yard. The fruits were small and still pretty hard, so I had ...

Apple picking is a fun, festive, seasonal tradition that can be made even better if you know what to do. Use these tips from ...

Ever taken a stroll in the park or traveled through a forest and seen a bunch of fruit trees? The temptation to pick one is so real. As each summer day passes, many fruits are coming in season in ...

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 ...

It's getting to be that time of year: Apples are growing, blackberries have ripened – and pretty soon, you'll be able to find piles of smashed, rotten, unpicked fruit on a city sidewalk or in a ...

The idea of having a fruit tree in your backyard is appealing for several reasons. Not only can these trees add some character to your outdoor spaces, but you might also be able to pick fruit from ...

Gala apples hang from a branch in the Barden Family Orchard in North Scituate. It's getting to be that time of year: Apples are growing, blackberries have ripened – and pretty soon, you'll be able to ...

It's getting to be that time of year: Apples are growing, blackberries have ripened – and pretty soon, you'll be able to find piles of smashed, rotten, unpicked fruit on a city sidewalk or in a ...