Earwigs – are they your friends or foes?
Earwigs can do terrible damage to stone fruit crops, but they’re also useful. It’s better to protect your fruit rather than eradicate them.
Will subtropical fruit trees work in your garden?
A lot of subtropical fruit comes from indigenous forest cultures, but that doesn’t mean you can’t grow it in your backyard.
Is organic growing really any better?
Long-term studies have shown that organic growing is better for your health and the planet, and it may even be better for your pocket.
Animals, fruit trees, and electric fences
Animals and fruit trees go well together if you can figure out how to enjoy the benefits without the animals doing too much damage.
To mulch or not to mulch under your fruit trees?
Mulching under fruit trees is not as good as living understory, but has its place for young trees, or for mature trees if done correctly.
How much fruit will your tree produce?
Working out how much fruit a mature fruit tree can grow will help you plan how many trees you need in your garden to meet your family’s needs.
