Fruit Trees | UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County

Learn how to select and care for fruit trees. Learn about management of diseases and proper watering and fertilization.

Nectarine Fruit ripening - photo by Jim Farr

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A Fruitful Endeavor: Your Ultimate Checklist for Picking Out Fruit Trees

March 3, 2024

By Jim Farr

Choosing fruit trees for your Alameda County garden? Use this checklist to find the best varieties and set yourself up for a fruitful harvest.

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An unhealthy street tree with a mix of living and dead branches

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Why Is My Tree Dying? Common Causes and How to Save It

April 11, 2025

By Jim Farr

Worried your tree is dying? Learn how to spot signs of distress and what steps to take to identify the cause and possibly save it.

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Peach Leaf Curl: No Cause for Concern if You Know How to Treat It

December 31, 2023

By Jim Farr

Learn how to prevent and treat peach leaf curl with expert advice from the Master Gardeners of Alameda County. Keep your peach trees healthy and productive!

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