Backyard Fruits

Producing home grown fruits is a past time enjoyed by millions every year in the U.S. Backyard fruit production allows gardeners to provide healthy and nutritious food to their families. Beside a good food source, it allows gardeners the decision if chemicals will be applied to the plants. Also through the planting of large fruit trees, it can increase the aesthetic value of the property and provide a legacy for generations to come.

Disease can dramatically affect fruit production. There are several different types of disease encountered with the wide range of fruit species available. One of the best way to prevent disease development in fruits is selecting good varieties with resistance prior to planting. When plant resistance is not available, there is wide variety of different cultural practices to be used and chemicals when appropriate.