Growing Tropical Fruit Trees in Your Own Backyard

Discover the basics of successfully growing tropical fruit trees at home with best practices from UF/IFAS Extension research. This free, one-hour workshop will introduce participants to fruit tree selection, planting, care, and troubleshooting—helping both new and experienced gardeners enjoy a productive backyard harvest.

Workshop Takeaways

• How to select the right tropical fruit trees for South Florida’s climate and urban backyards
• Tips for planting, spacing, and establishing healthy young treesqProper watering, fertilization, and pruning techniques for fruit production and tree health
• Common challenges, pests, and diseases—and how to manage them using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
• Reliable UF/IFAS resources for ongoing support

Join us to get reliable answers and research-backed guidance on creating your own backyard edible oasis!

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