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Picking an Asian Pear

When to Pick Asian Pears: Harvesting Tips for Crisp, Juicy Fruit Asian pears are a favorite among home orchard growers for their crisp texture, refreshing sweetness, and long storage life. But unlike European pears, which are often harvested firm and ripened indoors, Asian pears ripen fully on the tree. Knowing exactly when to pick Asian pears is the key to enjoying them at their very best.

Prune summer raspberries

Summer Raspberry Pruning Tips with Matt Lebon of The Foodscaper In this helpful walk-through video, Matt joins the Stark Bro’s team to show exactly how to prune raspberry plants during the summer months, explain what to cut (and what not to), and share some pro tips for maximizing fruit production while keeping your patch tidy.

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Backyard Orchard Tour: Growing Fruit in Small Spaces with Stark Bro’s Team Member Katie B If you’ve ever wondered whether you can grow fruit trees or berries in a small backyard, Stark Bro’s team member Katie B is here to show you it’s absolutely possible — and incredibly rewarding. In her St. Louis suburban home, Katie has transformed her backyard and side yard into a productive, thriving garden filled with fruit trees, berry plants, and even backyard quail.

How To Prune Grapes - Summer Care Summer pruning helps control vigorous growth, improve fruit quality, and keep your grapevines healthy and productive throughout the growing season.

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