Fruit Trees & Bushes

The apple tree is one of the most widely cultivated of fruit trees. They are deciduous (they shed their leaves in the autumn) and are small reaching...

The cherry tree belongs to the same family (Rosaceae) as almonds, peaches, plums and apricots. There are many varieties growing across the world,...

Growing apricots in the UK is a relatively new phenomenon but it’s one that’s not impossible. There are now a few apricot cultivars that have been...

While avocados are a tropical fruit more suited to the humid regions of Mexico and Central America, it doesn’t mean they can not be grown...

Berries are some of the easiest fruits to grow in the UK. They require very little attention, produce abundant masses of fruit each year, and the...

The health benefits of eating currants are huge. Blackcurrants for example, are especially rich in Vitamin C, and are said to prevent such ailments...

They’re the latest ‘must have’ miracle berry in celebrity circles. Said to banish cellulite, boost your immune system, contain more vitamin C than...

Rhubarb is technically a herb and dates back hundreds of years in the UK. It is easy to grow and produces delicate, sweet stems that can be steamed...

While it is not native to the UK the kiwi fruit can be grown with ease in this climate. The compact bushes provide delicious, sweet furry brown...

Orange trees originally come from China but have been grown in Europe and North America for over 100 years. Orange trees are now grown all over the...

The peach tree originates in China and is now widely grown throughout the Mediterranean. The trees require a sunny sheltered site and are therefore...

The pear tree is widely cultivated across the world. Its fruit is juicier than that of apple trees and it is generally softer in texture. The fruits...

Plum trees are regularly grown in gardens in the UK and their fruit is traditionally made into jam and eaten on its own. They can also be made into a...