Pruning and Training Fruit Trees in Santa Cruz County: Shape Your Trees for Better Harvests
Everything you need to know about pruning and training fruit trees in Santa Cruz County. From basic cuts and timing to espalier techniques and backyard orchard culture for small-space growing.
Fire-Resistant Fruit Trees for Santa Cruz Gardens
Growing fruit trees in fire-prone areas of Santa Cruz County requires thoughtful selection. Learn which fruit trees offer fire resistance, where to plant them within defensible space zones, and how to maintain them for both safety and productivity.
Growing Fruit Trees in Santa Cruz County: Varieties That Actually Thrive Here
A practical guide to growing fruit trees in Santa Cruz County, with variety recommendations for different microclimates, chill hour information, and care instructions for citrus, figs, stone fruits, and more.
Bare Root Fruit Trees: A Santa Cruz County Planting Guide
Everything you need to know about buying and planting bare root fruit trees in Santa Cruz County, from evaluating trees at the nursery to first-year care for successful establishment.