Proper tree planting for more ‘fruitful’ results

  • One of the most important aspects of fruit tree maintenance is to allow the tree to progress at its own pace and to avoid overwatering and overtending it. Photo courtesy of Texas A&M AgriLife
    One of the most important aspects of fruit tree maintenance is to allow the tree to progress at its own pace and to avoid overwatering and overtending it. Photo courtesy of Texas A&M AgriLife

    Establishing fruit trees in Texas takes some effort, but these time-tested tips from a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert can guide the way.

    Larry Stein, Ph.D., professor and Regents Fellow in the Texas A&M Department of Horticultural Sciences and AgriLife Extension fruit specialist, Uvalde, said now is the time to plant, and homeowners should choose the right tree and take the cor…