Whether grown as part of a mixed orchard or on its own in a backyard, an apple tree is not only a thing of beauty but can be remarkably productive as well. With thousands of cultivars available, there ...

The ideal planting type depends on whether the tree is bare-root or container-grown, and other factors. Bare-root trees are best planted in early spring while dormant. Container-grown trees can be ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Black Oxford apple tree close up - Jorge Salcedo/Shutterstock Growing heirloom apple trees is becoming increasingly popular among ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Close up of a healthy apple tree loaded with crisp green apples - Paul Maguire/Shutterstock There's nothing more delightful than ...

Apple trees are some of the loveliest in the world, as are their close relatives, the crabapples. Their blossoms in spring are intoxicating, and no wonder — they belong to the Rosaceae family, which ...