There are many reasons why a gardener might choose to plant a few apple trees in the home landscape, but the most compelling reason is probably the ability to grow varieties of apples that are not ...

"You could also get two varieties, and one will pollinate the other." Like apples, pear trees come in various shapes, sizes ...

Some apple trees naturally develop into what farmers call 'spur-type' varieties -- compact trees that are more productive and easier to maintain. But the genetic mechanisms underlying this coveted ...

Regional varieties, such as Arlingham Schoolboys and Ashmead's Kernel, are thriving as keen apple growers plant trees unique to a particular area. Apple hunters are even rediscovering local ...