How to grow apple trees — the organic way
Our family has been growing apples for a long time. We've planted literally thousands of apple trees over several generations. Every tree we've planted has been grown and grafted by us. Katie and Merv planting the last apple tree in the new orchard We've pruned...
The fruit fly story: everything you need to know and how to prevent it
The story of how Queensland Fruit Flies meet, mate, and reproduce. Everything you need to know to learn how to beat these pests.
Netting fruit trees made simple for backyard growers
The sooner you net your fruit trees, the sooner you’ll get reliable crops. We explain the different systems to help you choose the right one.
What are those brown marks on my apples?
Brown marks on your apples can be a sign that something’s wrong, or it can be a naturally occurring condition that’s rarely seen these days.
Pruning fruit trees with our foolproof 7-step method
Use this foolproof 7-step method for pruning fruit trees. Learn how to keep your trees happy and productive with ease and confidence.
10 ways to prevent sunburn on your fruit
Sunburn on fruit is devastating. You can’t control the weather, but you can use these 10 tips for managing your fruit trees to prevent damage.
4 simple steps to picking your fruit tree at the right time
Picking fruit under-ripe or over-ripe both reduce crop quality. Follow these 4 steps to learn how to pick your fruit trees at the right time.
Top tips for getting rid of tiny bugs on your fruit tree
Rutherglen bugs are tiny but annoying sap-sucking bugs you might see on your fruit tree. Follow these top 4 tips to get rid of them.
Slugs on fruit tree leaves and what to do about them
The damage that pear and cherry slug causes on your fruit tree can look terrible. However it may only need minimal control.
Why you should pick up fruit from the ground (yes, all of it!)
Picking up your fruit from the ground is the first principle of organic orchard hygiene, and one of your best lines of defence against pests.
How to make the simplest fruit dessert in the world
Summer calls for fruit desserts, and this is one of our simple “go to” recipes. We don’t have time to fuss, but we still love our food!
How to prevent brown rot from developing in your apricots
Brown rot can quickly ruin the apricots on your apricot tree. Learn the basics of prevention, and what to do once you have it.
