Caring for pistachio trees is not difficult, and once they begin producing nuts, they require very little attention. In their early years, it’s necessary to establish a good open shape to facilitate light penetration through the tree and air circulation around it. Let’s find out more about how to care for a pistachio tree. Are … Read more
Grafting a pecan tree is a great way to produce a high-quality nut-bearing variety with the added hardiness of a local rootstock. This is a win-win situation; cold-hardy rootstock that doesn’t make the best nuts, can be teamed up with a champion nut-producing cultivar. Here we will discover how to graft a pecan tree to … Read more
To help your pecan tree produce, you need to ensure that it has a suitable pollinating partner, is well located in an open, sunny position, and has a plentiful water supply. Other considerations include a rich soil that provides its roots with a full range of nutrients. Clay soils are too heavy and become easily … Read more
When a pecan tree is young, pruning it to create a good shape and strong framework is an important job. Here we will learn how to prune a pecan tree to help prevent it from becoming damaged in strong winds, and keep the canopy open so light can reach through and air circulate freely. This … Read more
Planting pecan trees is relatively straightforward, providing you keep a few important points in mind. It can be very rewarding to raise a young tree up to maturity and enjoy the bounty of your labor. If, like me, you think pecans are simply delicious, then this article will help you discover how, where, and when … Read more
Growing a pecan tree from a nut or a cutting can be a fun and inexpensive way of producing many new trees. The process is quite straightforward if you follow the directions I’ve outlined, and with a little patience, you could soon have a mini forest. Read on to discover more about how to grow … Read more
Pecan trees are a great addition to a large garden to produce nuts for the family or to grow on a larger scale for commercial purposes. The trees require some care and attention to grow a good nut crop. We will look at how to take care of a pecan tree in this article. They … Read more
If you like the thought of trying a wine not made from grapes with a fruity flavor, then mulberry wine could be for you. In this article about how to make mulberry wine, I’ve included two recipes, one a little more complex but likely to produce something which should be very drinkable and one much … Read more
Ripe mulberries are quite delicious and have a flavor, somewhere between blueberries and blackberries. They also have serious clothes staining power, so be sure to cover surfaces and clothing carefully before touching them. Mulberries can be turned into delicious pies, ice cream, wines, jams, and jellies. In this article, we will discover how to make … Read more
One of the main reasons to grow a mulberry tree is the production of delicious fruits. The red and black mulberry varieties are especially good for turning into wine and jam or eating straight from the tree. White mulberries, which can cause stomach upset if not very ripe, are also good for making into jam. … Read more
Mulberry trees can make an excellent addition to a garden with their dense foliage and attractive large green leaves. They are a good shade tree and have the added advantage of producing berries, which are often edible. Mulberry trees require little care, but pruning is important to keep the tree in good shape. In this … Read more
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