Orchard & fruit

As already mentioned, the care of the column fruit can be a little more complex than that of the large fruit trees. If you want to keep the effort as low as possible but still want high yields, you should rely on cut-free varieties. Of course, these still have to be poured, fertilized and repotted or repotted…

The pineapple grows very slowly, is perennial and herbaceous. In contrast to most other bromeliad species, which grow epiphytically, i.e. on trees, the pineapple grows terrestrially, which means that it has roots in the ground. The plant is very sensitive to frost, which is why it cannot be grown outdoors in our part of the world. As a…

Mirabelle plums are bulky, thornless trees. The cultivation is very similar to that of the plum. There are types of mirabelle plums that rely on a pollen donor and self-fertilizing varieties that do not require cross-pollination. The best known are the Nancy, Bellamira, Flotows and Metz Mirabelle varieties. With a height of 1.50 m to 6 m, mirabelle plums…

The apricot tree has spread through globalization in the local latitude. Here it is also known as the apricot tree and is very popular because of its tasty fruits. If apricots can ripen properly in a sunny spot in your own garden, they develop an incredible sweetness and high nutritional content, which has many health benefits. Since the…

Pears thrive in cooler regions and have long been cultivated in Europe. The roast pear, which was already known in the Middle Ages, is one of the oldest popular pear varieties in our latitudes. From around 1750 a flourishing age began for the cultivated pears. Many varieties have been bred, most of which are listed in the Illustrated…

Column fruit is more and more common in domestic gardens. The columnar growth, which is often due to a mutation, ensures space-saving cultivation. Whether as a solitary plant or as a fruit tree hedge, the small plants require extremely intensive care and are just as susceptible to diseases and pests as their larger relatives. The fruits of columnar…

The ornamental apple impresses with its high decorative value, as the fruits are ideal for autumn arrangements or bouquets, for example. And even if the very small fruits are not generally suitable as table apples, some varieties can be used for making jelly and jam. Robust and easy to care for, the approximately 500 species of the…

Growing blueberries is not that easy and requires a sure instinct and regular care of the plants – not just shortly before harvest time. Planting blueberries requires loose soil, plenty of moisture, and careful planting. In addition, attention must be paid to the correct balance of certain nutrients. The choice of the location and the preparation of the…

Growing blackberries is simple in itself and doesn’t require a lot of effort – if it’s properly prepared. Because only with a suitable variety and coordinated care will the shrubs reward with numerous delicious fruits in summer and autumn. And with the following tips, you don’t even need a garden for that. Blackberry cultivation – in the…