How to Fix Curled Leaves on Lime Trees (5 Ways)
My lime tree was getting curled leaves recently and I wanted to find out why. So, I did some research to find out more and how I can fix it. Here’s what I found. Lime tree leaves curl most commonly…
3 Quick Steps To Revive a Dying Cherry Tree
I’m looking at adding cherry trees to my homestead at some point, but I’ve heard they can sometimes die for seemingly no reason. So, to better prepare my future self, I did some research to find out why cherry trees…
Why Citrus Tree Leaves Curl (and How To Fix It)
I’ve had to troubleshoot several issues with my citrus trees (especially my Meyer lemon and Kaffir lime), but one of the most common issues that I’ve seen is when their leaves curl. While I had an idea of what could…
6 Reasons Apple Trees Get Yellow Leaves (& How to Fix It)
A reader asked me why their apple tree is getting yellow leaves. While I had an idea, I wanted to do more research and put together this guide to give them the best answer I could. Here’s what I found….
Lime Tree Not Growing or Producing New Leaves? Try This
At one point, our lime tree wasn’t doing well at all. It was dropping most of its leaves and fruit, and we were pretty worried they weren’t going to grow back. I wanted to know more about what we could…
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Apple Trees?
Homemade fertilizers and composting are becoming more popular, and many gardeners are looking at ways to recycle nutrients for their apple trees. One of the best ways to do this is with kitchen and yard scraps, and the most common?…
Can an Apple Tree Pollinate a Pear, Cherry, or Plum Tree?
I’ve been researching apple trees for my homestead, and while I found out they typically require a pollinator, I was wondering if apple trees could cross-pollinate with pear, cherry, or plum trees. I did some research to find out more….
How to Fix Curled Leaves on Apple Trees (6 Causes & Fixes)
A reader reached out to me and asked why their apple tree’s leaves are curling. While I had an idea, I wanted to do more research to give them the best answer I could. Here’s what I found. There are…
The 10 Best Companion Plants for Citrus Trees
We have several citrus trees in our backyard, including lemon, orange, tangerine, and lime, and while they’re doing well, we’re looking at ways to increase their pollination and therefore—fruit yields. This brought us to look at companion planting. So, what…
How Much Do Fruit Trees Cost (and Do They Add Home Value)?
I’ve previously purchased fruit trees at nurseries and home improvement stores, but the price varied and I wasn’t sure if I was getting the best value. As I’m currently looking into getting more fruit trees, I wanted a more definitive…