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Winter Preparation for Fig Trees: Cutting Back and Mulching Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Winter Preparation for Fig Trees: Cutting Back and Mulching Fig trees are beloved for their sweet fruit, but they can be sensitive to freezing temperatures, especially in colder climates. Proper winter preparation ensures the tree survives the harsh weather and grows back vigorously in the spring. One effective method involves cutting back the branches and insulating the tree base with mulch. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Growing Figs in Cold Climates Growing fig trees in cold climatesGrowing fig trees in cold climatesGrowing fig trees in cold climates
Growing Figs in Cold Climates Planting fig trees in cold climates requires careful consideration and strategic planning to ensure their survival and successful growth. While fig trees are typically associated with warmer climates, it is possible to cultivate them in regions with colder winters by selecting appropriate varieties and providing adequate protection.
How to Tell When Figs Are Ripe Ripening FigRipening FigRipening Fig
How to Tell When Figs Are Ripe If you have asked yourself, "When are figs ripe?", then follow these three tips to identify ripe figs on your trees and enjoy fresh figs at their peak.
Growing Fig Trees in Containers Potted Fig TreesPotted Fig TreesPotted Fig Trees
Growing Fig Trees in Containers Why struggle with harsh winter weather when you can avoid it completely? Grow fig trees in containers! See our how-to guide for fig trees on wheels.
Summer Raspberry Pruning Tips with Matt Lebon of The Foodscaper Prune summer raspberriesPrune summer raspberriesPrune 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.
Backyard Orchard Tour: Growing Fruit in Small Spaces with Stark Bro’s Team Member Katie B Garden TourGarden TourGarden Tour
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 Article imageArticle imageArticle image
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.
How to Make Redbud Jelly Redbud jellyRedbud jellyRedbud jelly
How to Make Redbud Jelly Learn how to make redbud jelly from edible redbud tree blossoms with this easy small-batch recipe.
Indoor Gardening with Purpose: Fresh Ingredients Year-Round Planting in pots indoorsPlanting in pots indoorsPlanting in pots indoors
Indoor Gardening with Purpose: Fresh Ingredients Year-Round Imagine walking into your home and being greeted by the vibrant greenery of your very own indoor garden. With aromatic herbs, fresh ingredients, and even small fruiting plants, indoor gardening can turn any space into a productive and inviting haven. Whether you’re looking to save on grocery costs, enjoy a steady supply of organic produce, or simply find joy in gardening throughout the year, growing indoors is a rewarding way to make the most of your space.
House Plants: Benefits, Top Picks, and Care Tips Article imageArticle imageArticle image
House Plants: Benefits, Top Picks, and Care Tips House plants aren’t just for looks—they’re living companions that enhance our homes! Whether you're a plant mom or plant dad who wants to bring nature inside, house plants offer health benefits, create calming atmospheres, and add charm to every room. Let’s dive into the many ways house plants can enhance your well-being and explore the best plant options for your lighting conditions.
The Stark Bro's Story of Leadership in Gardening Excellence Rooted in ServiceRooted in ServiceRooted in Service
The Stark Bro's Story of Leadership in Gardening Excellence At Stark Bro’s, we’re proud to be veteran-owned and veteran-operated, bringing the values of service and dedication directly into the heart of gardening. With over 200 years of history, we know that the strongest roots grow from a commitment to quality, integrity, and community. Our leadership upholds these principles, guiding every plant we nurture and every customer we serve. Here, we don’t just grow fruit trees; we grow relationships and legacy.
Preparing Your Garden for a Successful Fall and Winter Harvest basket full of applesHarvest basket full of applesHarvest basket full of apples
Preparing Your Garden for a Successful Fall and Winter As summer comes to an end, it’s time to give your fruit trees and berry plants the care they need to thrive through the colder months. Proper fall maintenance not only protects your plants from winter damage but also lays the foundation for healthy growth come spring. Here’s your fall checklist to help ensure a smooth transition into the next season.
How to Prep a Garlic Bed for Planting Preparing a garlic bedPreparing a garlic bedPreparing a garlic bed
How to Prep a Garlic Bed for Planting Preparing a garlic bed properly is essential for growing healthy, productive garlic plants. Garlic is usually planted in the fall, as it needs a cold period to establish strong roots before spring growth. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you prepare your garlic bed for planting.
How to Care for Citrus Trees in Containers & Successfully Grow Citrus Indoors citrus treescitrus treescitrus trees
How to Care for Citrus Trees in Containers & Successfully Grow Citrus Indoors Imagine filling your home with the vibrant scent of citrus blossoms, while enjoying fresh fruit all year long—even if you live outside the ideal growing zones for citrus! Growing citrus in containers makes this possible, allowing you to bring the beauty and flavor of citrus into any climate. With optimal care, citrus trees can bloom and bear fruit multiple times a year, adding both color, fragrance and flavor to your living space.
When Grapes Are Ready to Harvest: A Guide to Determining Ripeness When are Grapes RipeWhen are Grapes RipeWhen are Grapes Ripe
When Grapes Are Ready to Harvest: A Guide to Determining Ripeness Harvesting grapes at the right time is crucial for achieving optimal flavor, sugar content, and overall quality. Grapes can be used for fresh eating, winemaking, or cooking, and each purpose may have slightly different ripeness criteria. Here’s a comprehensive guide on when grapes are ready to be harvested.
Summer Pruning for Everbearing Berry Plants: A Guide Berry Plant PruningBerry Plant PruningBerry Plant Pruning
Summer Pruning for Everbearing Berry Plants: A Guide Pruning is an essential practice for maintaining healthy and productive everbearing berry plants, such as raspberries and strawberries. Summer pruning, in particular, helps to manage plant growth, encourages more fruit production, and improves air circulation, which reduces the risk of disease. Here's how to properly prune your everbearing berry plants during the summer months.
Summer Black Berry Pruning Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Summer Black Berry Pruning Pruning blackberries in the summer is an essential task for maintaining healthy, productive plants. Summer pruning helps manage the growth of the canes, encourages better fruit production, and reduces disease. Here’s a comprehensive guide on why, when, and how to prune blackberries in the summer.
How to Make a Kitchen Herb Planter Making a kitchen herb gardenMaking a kitchen herb gardenMaking a kitchen herb garden
How to Make a Kitchen Herb Planter Creating a kitchen herb planter with rosemary, basil, and mint is a fantastic way to have fresh herbs at your fingertips for culinary use. This setup is ideal for those with limited outdoor space or anyone looking to enhance their cooking with homegrown flavors. Here’s a comprehensive guide to setting up and maintaining a thriving kitchen herb planter.
Eco-Friendly Garden: Cardboard Box Weed Control Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Eco-Friendly Garden: Cardboard Box Weed Control Every item shipped from Stark Brothers comes in a sturdy cardboard box to protect your plants in the shipping process. Instead of tossing the shipping box in the trash, put it to good use as an eco-friendly weed control barrier.
How to Prune a Young Pear Tree Pruning a pear treePruning a pear treePruning a pear tree
How to Prune a Young Pear Tree Pruning a young pear tree is essential for establishing a strong framework and promoting healthy growth - follow our step-by-step video guide for proper pear tree pruning.
7-Gallon Potted Fruit Trees- Delivered to You! Article imageArticle imageArticle image
7-Gallon Potted Fruit Trees- Delivered to You! Introducing Stark Brothers' latest addition – the Ultra Supreme XL 7 Gallon potted trees. These impressive trees are shipped at 4-5 feet tall. Compared to the Supreme XL trees, our Ultra Supreme XL 7 Gallon pots nurture an even more robust root system.
Thriving in the High Desert: A Guide to Growing Fruit Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Thriving in the High Desert: A Guide to Growing Fruit Unlock the secrets to cultivating a lush fruit garden in the high desert. Learn how to thrive amidst arid climates, rugged terrains, and extreme temperatures with our expert gardening tips. Discover resilient fruit varieties suited for the unique challenges of high desert gardening.
Ultra Supreme XL Grow Bags Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Ultra Supreme XL Grow Bags Many gardeners will tell you the same thing -  the hardest part about growing your own fruit is waiting for your trees to get old enough to bear fruit. Our experts have worked hard to provide a perfect solution. We’re proud to introduce our new Ultra Supreme XL trees in 7-gallon growbags.
Which Garlic is Best for You? Hardneck or Softneck Garlic? Stark Bros garlic varietiesStark Bros garlic varietiesStark Bros garlic varieties
Which Garlic is Best for You? Hardneck or Softneck Garlic? When it comes to growing garlic there are 2 main types, the hardneck and the softneck. Each type has its benefits and characteristics and planting both may be a good option for you. 
How to Tell When Pawpaws Are Ripe Ripe pawpawRipe pawpawRipe pawpaw
How to Tell When Pawpaws Are Ripe The largest native fruit to North America, the Pawaaw has a custard-like texture and a sweet, tropical flavor. But, to fully enjoy this fruit, you must eat it when it’s at peak ripeness. Ideally, Pawpaws are picked slightly underripe, this allows you to get to them before they drop and critters eat them.
How to Harvest and Store Onions Harvesting onions.Harvesting onions.Harvesting onions.
How to Harvest and Store Onions Onions intended for storage are harvested when the bulbs have reached their full size, and the tops start to dry and flop over. In most cases, you can start harvesting storage onions in mid to late summer, about 100-150 days after planting, depending on the variety. Keep an eye on the foliage of the onions. When about half of the foliage has turned brown and fallen over, it's usually a good indication that the onions are ready for harvest.
Garlic Harvesting, Curing & Storage: When & How Harvested garlic bulb.Harvested garlic bulb.Harvested garlic bulb.
Garlic Harvesting, Curing & Storage: When & How The best time to harvest garlic depends on the variety and growing conditions, but generally, it's harvested when the bulbs have reached their maximum size, and the plant's leaves have started to yellow and die back. Harvesting garlic at the right time ensures that the bulbs are fully developed and have a good flavor.
A Fruitful Legacy: Stark Bro's Nurseries and Orchards Co. at the Saint Louis World's Fair World's Fair SignWorld's Fair SignWorld's Fair Sign
A Fruitful Legacy: Stark Bro's Nurseries and Orchards Co. at the Saint Louis World's Fair The Saint Louis World's Fair held in 1904 was a monumental event that showcased innovation, culture, and progress. This bustling centrally located city was chosen to celebrate the centennial of the 1803 Louisiana Purchase. Among the many contributors to this grand exhibition was Stark Bro's Nurseries and Orchards Co., a renowned name in the world of fruit trees and orchards.
More Pollinators and More Nitrogen: Planting Clover Cover Crops in Your Orchard Clover planted in an orchard.Clover planted in an orchard.Clover planted in an orchard.
More Pollinators and More Nitrogen: Planting Clover Cover Crops in Your Orchard The inclusion of a clover cover crop within orchards has gained momentum as a sustainable and beneficial practice. Adding clover to an orchard not only helps your fruit trees thrive, it helps bring in a host of pollinators.
How to Thin Apple Trees Article imageArticle imageArticle image
How to Thin Apple Trees Thinning an apple tree involves selectively removing some of the developing fruits to promote better growth, improve fruit quality, and prevent overbearing. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to thin an apple tree:
Protecting Your Fruit Trees From Deer - 3D Electric Fence Unboxing & Setup View of custom deer fenceView of custom deer fenceView of custom deer fence
Protecting Your Fruit Trees From Deer - 3D Electric Fence Unboxing & Setup Deer can set back a tree for years by damaging it or killing the tree altogether. One of the most popular ways to keep deer out of an orchard, garden, or food plot, is to use a 3D electric fence.
Boosting Orchard Efficiency: The Rise of Starkspur® Apple Trees Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Boosting Orchard Efficiency: The Rise of Starkspur® Apple Trees One remarkable development in apple tree cultivation is the emergence of spur-bearing varieties, which have revolutionized apple orchards worldwide. These new cultivars were bred for their early fruit production, increased yields in limited space, and easier orchard management.
Growing Herbs for Permaculture Gardening: Enhancing Sustainability and Flavor Article imageArticle imageArticle image
Growing Herbs for Permaculture Gardening: Enhancing Sustainability and Flavor In this blog, we will explore the benefits of growing herbs in a permaculture garden, discuss the concept of companion planting, and provide valuable tips for cultivating popular herbs such as garlic chives, fernleaf dill, oregano, thyme, sage, chamomile, rosemary and parsley.
All About Asparagus Article imageArticle imageArticle image
All About Asparagus Asparagus is a delicious vegetable that is relatively easy to grow. There are several considerations to take into account when growing asparagus including where to plant, when to harvest, and some mistakes to avoid.
How to Pick Rhubarb - No Cut Method Article imageArticle imageArticle image
How to Pick Rhubarb - No Cut Method Learn when to pick rhubarb and the best method for harvesting.
How to Prune a Columnar Apple Tree Article imageArticle imageArticle image
How to Prune a Columnar Apple Tree To keep your trees healthy and productive, it is important to prune them regularly. In this article, we will discuss the tips and techniques for pruning a columnar apple tree.

Survival Guaranteed!

Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Survival Guaranteed!

Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Survival Guaranteed!

Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Survival Guaranteed!

Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.