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Plant a tree you'll enjoy for years. Choose one that suits your climate and space, then keep pruning and picking easy as it grows.
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Trees Growing Guides
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Growing Notes
Check the mature height and width of the exact variety before you plant. Leave room from buildings, pipes and fences, and think about where you'll stand to prune and pick.
Young trees need regular water and a wide circle of mulch while roots spread. Formative pruning in the first few years sets up a strong, open shape and keeps fruit within reach.
Common Questions
When is the best time to plant a tree in Australia?
Mild weather is usually easiest. In southern areas that is often autumn or early spring; in the tropics, the start of the wet season. Avoid planting just before heatwaves or frost.
How close to the house can I plant a tree?
It depends on the tree's mature size and root system. Use the expected canopy width as a guide and keep larger trees well clear of foundations, drains and power lines.
Can I keep a fruit tree small?
Many fruit trees can be kept smaller with dwarf rootstocks, summer pruning or growing in a large pot. Smaller trees are easier to net, prune and pick.