The production of fruit trees relies critically on the careful selection and combination of rootstocks and cultivars. Rootstocks are used not only to control tree vigour and enhance nutrient uptake ...

When selecting a dwarf fruit tree, the root of the matter lies in the matter of the roots. Sure, the top part of the tree above the graft is important, too. That’s what determines the looks and the ...

Did you know that almost all fruit trees are grafted? So are most nursery trees, for that matter. Grafting is a method of joining two different varieties of tree, to get the best qualities of both in ...

Fruit trees can yield abundance for your home, if propagated correctly. Instead of using seeds, consider these four methods ...

The root system is the basic foundation of plants. The roots function as anchorage and the lateral roots with root hairs absorb water and nutrients as well as, oxygen for respiration. Multiple ...

We don't usually look at the base of a fruit tree, but sometimes we'll see lots of suckers shooting up and think, "What's going on?" The leaves look completely different from the rest of the tree. We ...

Many fruit trees, ornamental flowering trees and shade trees have something in common: The above-ground portion is not the same variety, or even the same species as the root system. They are assembled ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Over the centuries, it's become clear that certain basic varieties of fruit serve us best. We don't usually look at the base of a fruit ...