Question: I’d like to grow my own fruit trees, but I’m short on space. Can I grow fruit trees in containers? Answer: We’re happy to say yes, you can. One of the great pleasures in life is picking ...

Container trees are a practical way to bring style to indoor or outdoor spaces. Whether on a patio, balcony, living room, or foyer, the right potted tree adds color, fragrance, or sometimes even fruit ...

Pick cherries from a new tree as soon as possible by planting it at the right time and giving it a strong start.

During the coldest, darkest time of the year, adding a little pop of colour and interest on our patios and decks can be more uplifting than many of us realize. After the losses and damage from last ...

Fruit trees in pots can bring flowers, fragrance, and tasty fruits to any space. They are very rewarding to grow but some gardeners may be put off by a perceived notion of them being high-maintenance.

Clove trees, or Syzygium aromaticum, are native to hot, wet and sticky rainforest-like environments. While they tend to grow best in these terrains (cast your mind to tropical islands in Indonesia), ...

Potted trees can be a wonderful way to add greenery to your space, whether it's a pop of color on the balcony or a leafy sentry guarding your front door. In essence, containers allow you to put ...

Q: I’m considering growing some evergreen trees and shrubs in containers for winter interest, but I’m worried that they’ll get too large. Any advice? Mary K, Dublin A: Many of the loveliest evergreens ...

An ornamental tree with dark green leaves and an attractive dense crown, the evergreen bladder nut is ideal for shady areas in a courtyard. Fairly fast growing, it can reach a height of 3–5m and is ...

12:05, Sun, Mar 2, 2025 Updated: 11:16, Tue, Mar 4, 2025 Growing fruit trees in containers is an excellent way to enjoy fresh produce. Here in the UK, our unpredictable weather and limited outdoor ...