Tending my vegetable garden falls second next to growing fruit trees. I planted my first fruit trees in 1975 when I was in the eighth grade and my fruit tree fetish has grown dramatically since. I now have over 80 fruit trees growing at the Urban Farm, with a goal of having fresh fruit every month of the year. There is nothing better than picking a fresh peach, apricot or orange that is so juicy it drips down your chin.

When it comes to my yard I realize I can be a little extreme, but don’t let my yard overwhelm you. I have spent the last 20 years recreating my Urban Farm into an edible paradise AND I didn’t do it overnight. I did it one step at a time. In this week’s “Your Guide to Green” article, I explore the trees that live in my yard which is in Phoenix Arizona. If you don’t live in Phoenix check with your local cooperative extension office for the trees that grow and produce in your area.

In the meantime, we have an excellent resource available on our site. Benefit from the many tips in The Backyard Orchardist, written by a professional horticulturist and experienced fruit grower. Complement your orchard with berries, too! The Backyard Berry Book will teach you how to enjoy “farm fresh” berries….from your condominium terrace to your expansive backyard. Nothing like fresh berries on cereal in the morning.

Greg

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