Fruit trees, especially dwarf and antique varieties, have become increasingly popular over the past few years as more folks seek to grow their own food. By adding a fruit tree to your property, not ...

Q. I have several fruit trees on my property. My pear tree had a fungal disease last year. Is there something I can do now to prevent problems from happening again this season? -- Peter, Barryville A.

I received the following email from Doug Brooks, who gardens in Claremont. “For years, I have used some type of yearly insect control product to help protect my fruit trees. The last few years I have ...