The Benefits of Dwarf Fruit Trees

I was so excited when my husband and I recently moved into our dream house. We now had high vaulted ceilings and a gorgeous fireplace. Everything was as perfect as could be, and it was our dream come true. The only problem was that the yard was bare and needed something.

I may not be much of a gardener, but I really wanted to create a landscape that would be just as beautiful as the inside of the gorgeous house. A friend suggested dwarf fruit trees. I shrugged at her and said I had no idea what in the world that was.

But I instantly fell in love with the idea after she showed me a picture she found online of the cutest little apple trees imaginable. Reading up on them, I was excited to find out that they require little maintenance other than something for support. Dwarf fruit trees don't need a lot of pruning, and it's easier to protect them from birds and frost than the bigger varieties of fruit trees.

After picking up several different varieties and planning the layout of the trees, my husband and I got to work. It didn't take long, and we planted a nice little row of them to stand behind the lower plants in my planned garden. I spaced them about 18 inches apart, and used stakes to hold them in place.

Then we planted some lower standing flowers and plants once we were finished with the fruit trees. Now when I have guests stop by my home, they are treated to the sight of cute little fruit trees full of bright fruit and gorgeous color– not to mention my other cheery flowers. I'm in love with those dwarf fruit trees, and I'm so glad my friend gave me the suggestion!

Visit Fruit Tree Nursery and get the tips you need to make taking care of Dwarf Fruit Trees not only easy, but also fun. Plus we got some other great fruit tree advice as well.

- Candace Right