Whether you’re hoping to harvest apples, peaches, plums, or lemons, the place where you plant a fruit tree is very important for a successful harvest. Each tree has its own specific needs, but a space with sufficient sunlight and proper soil is an essential starting point for any garden.
Since growing a fruit tree takes a lot of time and effort, you want to make sure you’re planting it in a spot that will set it up for success. Here, we spoke to experts about the locations where you should avoid growing fruit trees. Steering clear of these spaces will give you the best chance for a delicious, abundant harvest.
Meet the Expert
- Damon Abdi, assistant professor of landscape horticulture at Louisiana State University AgCenter
- Graham Savio, agriculture and horticulture issue leader at the Cornell Cooperative Extension
In Tight Spaces
Choose a place for your fruit tree that’s big enough to accommodate its full height and width, says Damon Abdi, assistant professor of landscape horticulture at LSU AgCenter…