Planting trees the AgriLife Extension Way: tips to establish, spur production

  • Peaches are the most universally planted fruit trees in Texas. Contributed Photo
    Peaches are the most universally planted fruit trees in Texas. Contributed Photo
  • Bare root trees establish better but they can be hard to find because most nurseries stock container trees. Contributed Photo
    Bare root trees establish better but they can be hard to find because most nurseries stock container trees. Contributed Photo
Establishing fruit trees in Texas takes some effort, but these time-tested tips from a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert can guide the way from transplant to production. Peaches are the most universally planted fruit tree in Texas. When it comes to fruit trees, Larry Stein, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension fruit specialist, Uvalde, said to plant in late December through February. The key…

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