Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need ...

We found a book, Fruit Trees in Small Spaces by Colby Eierman that’s all about fruit trees and how to grow them, care for them and—the most important part—how to reap the rewards.

To create a dwarf tree, two trees are merged together in a method known as grafting, which is a popular horticultural technique. Dwarf trees are available for almost all varieties, but it is ...

Like other fruit trees, plums need full sun to produce well. Unlike apples, which you can buy on dwarf and mini-dwarf rootstocks, plums grow 12 to 15 feet high and spread 12 to 15 feet.

The tree, which is in an east-facing yard, has been growing well and is about 12-15′ tall. It is actually larger than anticipated as it was tagged as a dwarf tree.

Redbud and wild plum trees dot many neighborhoods with pink and white blossoms, respectively. These woodland trees, while on the small side, make a dramatic statement against the otherwise drab ...