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Bud Grafting Fruit Trees

Bud Grafting Fruit Trees Why can't you plant a fruit seed and grow an identical tree? It has to do with genetics. The male and female genetics combine to make something new, just like humans. By planting the seed, you won't grow an exact replica - and that's exactly why we bud and graft. We are, essentially, "cloning" the parent tree.

Urban Farmer and Professional Foodscaper Matt Lebon

Urban Farmer and Professional Foodscaper Matt Lebon What exactly is foodscaping? Simply put, it's landscaping with food. It makes sense, doesn't it? Adding plants and trees in your landscape that beautify your property AND produce food.

Supreme XL Potted Fruit Trees

Supreme XL Potted Fruit Trees Gardeners rejoice! You asked, and we delivered. Our Supreme XL Potted fruit trees are our biggest and most robust potted trees ever. Grown in 9x12 pots, these larger and more mature trees feature a more established root system- which means you get fruit faster!

Chill Hours for Fruit and Nut Trees

Chill Hours for Fruit and Nut Trees There are two important factors in determining if a particular tree or plant will grow well in your part of the country. First, you must live within the recommended USDA Hardiness Zone and if you are planting a fruit or nut tree, you must determine if your area receives enough annual Chill Hours.

Cedar Apple Rust - Identification & Control

Cedar Apple Rust - Identification & Control Cedar Apple Rust becomes a serious threat anytime when apples and Eastern red cedar coexist. Take precautions and treat your trees to further prevent the spread before your harvest suffers!

How to Get Rid of Aphids on Apple Trees: Easy Video Guide

How to Get Rid of Aphids on Apple Trees: Easy Video Guide Fruit trees are no stranger to aphids but can easily be controlled using simple methods. Easily identified by their small size and large grouping, aphids can come in many different colors.

Edible Landscaping – Growing Elderberry Plants

Edible Landscaping – Growing Elderberry Plants Elderberry plants are native to the US and are becoming increasingly popular as an addition to edible landscapes and homesteads. Packed with antioxidants, it’s like having a medicine cabinet in your backyard. They are great for juicing, making syrup and tea, and make a wonderful jam.

What is a Honeyberry? (Haskap Berry)

What is a Honeyberry? (Haskap Berry) Honeyberries are a sweet, tangy fruit that can be likened to a blueberry in taste. High in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals...

How to Plant Bare-Root Strawberries - With Video

How to Plant Bare-Root Strawberries - With Video Katie shows us how she planted her strawberry patch on the Howard Homestead, including June-bearing and everbearing varieties.

Planting Seed Potatoes in 7 Simple Steps – With Video

Planting Seed Potatoes in 7 Simple Steps – With Video Katie shows you how to easily plant seed potatoes in her home garden at the Howard Homestead in seven simple steps.