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Growing fruits is one of the most satisfying harvests you'll ever have. Learn how to maximize production of your fruit gardens for sweet success!

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9 Tips for Growing Delicious Rhubarb in Pots and Containers

Tender, crunchy stalks sprout from rhubarb crowns. The red or green stalks are edible in pies, sautés, and desserts. If you lack in-ground space, consider growing this veggie in containers; it’ll thrive with extra care! Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares nine expert tips to help.

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How to Thin Peach Trees in 7 Easy Steps

If you had trouble in the past with bowing branches and other problems related to overcrowded fruit, it’s time to thin out your peach trees! Master naturalist and experienced gardener, Sarah Jay takes you through 7 steps to thin peach trees and give them a bit of breathing room.

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Should You Thin Your Cherry Tree?

Fruit thinning removes some developing fruits so the others grow large, sweet, and juicy. It protects your tree from breakage, overbearing, and small cherries. Whether or not to thin a cherry tree depends on the variety and your growing preferences.

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Why Are My Rhubarb Leaves Turning Brown?

Brown rhubarb leaves are a sign your plant isn’t faring well. Carefully inspecting the foliage will help us determine what’s wrong and how to fix it. Though pests and diseases cause brown leaves, improper growing conditions can also lead to problems.

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How to Thin Apple Trees in 5 Easy Steps

Thinning apple trees is an important part of growing healthy trees with big, juicy fruits. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to walk through the process of thinning your apple trees this season.

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Where to Plant Rhubarb: Soil and Light Requirements

Rhubarb is a longtime garden favorite for its lush, bright red, and tart stems. It’s perfect for cooking into pies, jams, and preserves. Because it’s a long-lived perennial, choosing a proper planting site is essential for a productive crop. Learn what this veggie needs to thrive with this easy-to-follow guide.

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When and How to Fertilize Berries in Pots and Containers

Berries are some of the best fruiting crops to grow in containers! Whether you like juicy, sweet strawberries or tart blackberries, you’ll want to fertilize them properly for optimal harvests. Learn how and when to feed your berries alongside backyard gardener Jerad Bryant.

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7 Ideas for Growing Melons on a Trellis

If you want to grow melons and preserve precious growing space while improving airflow among vines, growing melons on a trellis has its advantages. Vertical growth also adds vertical interest and lets us grow in small spaces. Explore how to grow melons on resourceful trellises with garden expert Katherine Rowe.

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7 Strawberry Varieties With Charming Pink Flowers

Is there anything sweeter than a homegrown summer strawberry? Maybe one picked from a plant brimming with pink blooms. Gardener Katherine Rowe explores pink-flowering strawberry varieties to delight the hanging basket or container this season.