Carambola, also known as star fruit, is a uniquely tasting fruit found in tropical climates across the world. Here's what to ...

The star fruit or carambola is a native to Southeast Asia and now cultivated through out tropical areas. Our USDA zones for the star fruit to grow well range from a zone 9 to zone 11.

As a garden designer, I often have clients who wish to grow as much food as possible in the limited space available. Here are some of the ways I recommend growing more fruit in less space.

4. Don’t plant your trees like vegetables A common mistake that a lot of people make is digging a huge hole to put their fruit tree in, Collins said.

If you want to grow a fruit tree but don't have the yard space for it, your patio may actually have enough real estate to do it. Here's how to grow a fruit tree in a pot.

Dwarf varieties generally grow up to 10 feet tall and wide, while semi-dwarf varieties can reach 15 feet in height and width. Both can be kept much smaller, though, with diligent pruning.

Fruit trees are plenty rewarding, but they come with challenges. It is essential to do plenty of research and preparation before making the decision to plant fruit trees in your yard.

A: It’s fun to try growing your own food, though fruit trees require the greatest amount of commitment and patience to be rewarding. Ill-prepared first attempts can easily end in failure. We […] ...