Dwarf or semi-dwarf trees are easier to prune and work well in small urban spaces. Many fruit trees also need a second variety nearby for cross-pollination (apples, pears, ...

Dwarf fruit trees can grow 15 feet tall, while semi-dwarf trees can grow 20 feet tall. Dwarf apple trees can produce 100 pounds of fruit a season starting in the second or third year, but the ...

Dwarf fruit trees are smaller varieties of your favorite plants, including lime, avocado, olive, and more. ... Thai Semi-Dwarf Lime Tree. saisi1014 / Getty Images.

Nurseries sell fruit trees with a tag that calls the tree “semi-dwarf." In our area, an apple that is labeled as semi-dwarf is most likely grafted on to M111 rootstock.

When shopping for fruit trees, you’ll likely see a range of graft options, including true-dwarf, dwarf, semi-dwarf or standard-sized trees. In most settings, dwarf or semi-dwarf trees work best.

With planning, you can successfully grow apples, pears, plums and cherries in the Quad-City region, even if you have only a small yard space. Here are some questions about about fruit trees with ...