As the busy season for picking berries comes to a close, the late summer months signify the beginning of peach-picking season! Depending on the weather and the farm you visit, the best peaches can be harvested from early July through late September, so there’s still plenty of time to plan a fruitful picking trip. When …
Fruit Trees
If there are any challenges preventing you from rewriting the text, please reply with the following error message: Unable to process the request due to encountered difficulties. The mango tree, also known as Mangifera indica, is responsible for producing one of the most beloved summer fruits worldwide. Living in a tropical or subtropical climate allows …
Regularly pruning mango trees throughout their growth stages is essential to ensure optimal fruit production and proper tree shaping. It is crucial to understand the appropriate techniques and timing for pruning, whether the goal is to increase fruit yield or improve the tree’s shape. In this guide, we will explain the intricacies of how to …
Helping a peach tree thrive and reach its maximum fruit yield can be both rewarding and challenging. Every gardener dreams of witnessing their peach tree blossom and eventually ripen its juicy fruits. Yet, along the path of growing, several diseases and pests can hinder the optimal development of your tree. This comprehensive guide aims to …
It is common to encounter ants on mango trees for two primary reasons. Some ants indicate a problem with your tree, but other types of ants (like weaver ants) are actually actively working to protect your tree. Key Takeaways Identify Types of Ants Found on Mango Trees Ants, with their tiny bodies and incredible strength, …
During the transition from summer to fall, it is not uncommon for persimmon trees to produce premature fruit that does not fully ripen and falls off. Don’t worry, there are simple fixes you can try to prevent this and increase your chances of a bountiful harvest! What causes a persimmon tree to drop fruit prematurely? …
As the arrival of spring draws near, your persimmon tree is displaying new signs of growth, having successfully weathered through the winter season. However, as the months go by, you begin to realize you aren’t going to have any homegrown persimmon this year — but why? There are a few different causes that may be …
Keeping a persimmon tree is extremely important, especially once it starts bearing tasty fruits! Different members of the family require slightly different care, but they can all be affected negatively by similar factors. Luckily with appropriate care, persimmons have long life spans and can outlive one or two generations of people! How long do persimmon …
Moving a tree can be a challenging undertaking, especially when it has deep tap roots like the “Possum Apple” tree, also known as the common persimmon (Diospyros virginiana). So, first things first with a successful tree transplant — getting the moving day off to a good start. When should you transplant a persimmon tree? The …
Despite their resemblance to tomatoes, Fuyu persimmons have a bright orange color in both their skin and flesh. These unique fruits have a pronounced taste that can be appreciated whether they are still firm or fully ripe and soft. But what is the flavor of a Fuyu persimmon like? What does Fuyu persimmon fruit taste …