The appeal of having fresh fruit on demand is undeniable. While it’s easy to buy fruit seeds, growing fruit can be a challenge, so it’s vital to pick carefully. You might like the idea of growing ...

Fresh fruit is essential to a well-balanced diet, providing key vitamins, nutrients and fiber. Whether you eat it with a meal or have it on its own, it’s a healthy way to give yourself a sweet treat.

Charlyn Moltane, who gardens in Fountain Valley, emailed as follows: “My friend in Garden Grove has grown four apricot trees from the seeds of store-bought fruit. These trees are now five feet tall ...