In Vienna's Favoriten district, a new urban area is planned for 2030 that will house 21,000 people, with parking spaces being replaced by fruit trees to create a unique living environment, according to Planning Director Thomas Madreiter.

Unusually severe May frosts, with temperatures dropping to -4 to -6 degrees Celsius, have caused significant damage to fruit trees, particularly cherry blossoms, in Poland, leading to crop loss.

With fruit tree blossoms, daffodils, and colorful tulips in full bloom, now is the ideal time for excursions to witness Switzerland's floral splendor, with tips provided for a warm weekend.

A freezing weather forecast for this week, particularly on Wednesday and Thursday, is expected to damage late-blooming fruit trees like cherries, sour cherries, and apples in the Czech Republic.

Grafting, a technique of joining two plants to grow as one, is presented as a horticultural solution for growing desired fruit trees in small gardens and for healing snapped stems.

Maya Erskine, co-star of "Mr. & Mrs. Smith," is set to return alongside Donald Glover for a second season of the series. Additionally, she will make her directorial debut with a new teen comedy from A24 and Fruit Tree.

Farmers in Romania's Cluj county are undertaking costly measures, including burning fuel, to protect fruit trees from frost damage, which is contributing to higher prices for produce like cherries.

Farmers in the Czech Republic are covering their seedlings with large textile tarps to protect them from cold morning frosts that threaten harvests, while also facing challenges with fruit trees and low bee pollination.

The Jerte Valley experiences its annual cherry blossom, with over 1.5 million fruit trees covering the landscape in white flowers each spring.

Laika's live-action division won a bidding war for Emily St. John Mandel's upcoming novel 'Exit Party,' with Emma Stone and Dave McCary's Fruit Tree attached as executive producers for the TV series adaptation.

According to them, this is the period when spring barley can be sown, and the warm weather is also suitable for other usual field activities.

Experts advise on crucial fruit tree pruning and removal of infected branches and dry fruits to prevent diseases and pests in orchards.

A popular fruit tree, the fig tree, is identified as a factor that indirectly encourages snakes to settle in gardens, creating conditions favorable for their presence.

Early morning frosts are predicted to cause potential damage to fruit trees and agricultural crops, including potatoes, sugar beet, and flowering strawberries, in the upcoming days.

Most fruit trees rely on insects for pollination, a process described as 'long-distance relationships' essential for their reproduction. This highlights the vital role of insects in the life cycle of blooming plants.

A fast-spreading disease affecting fruit trees like apricots and apples necessitates immediate treatment, with experts recommending spring spraying to prevent fruit rot.

Latvian fruit orchards are experiencing the effects of severe frost and a lack of moisture this spring. While serious damage to most fruit trees is not expected, more sensitive crops like peaches and apricots may be affected.

Fruit growers in the Czech Republic are evaluating the damage caused by recent frosts, with some apricot and peach orchards surviving while others suffered significant losses. One farmer in Hustopeče is exploring alternative crops like figs and olives in response to the changing conditions.

Spring is the time for purchasing fruit tree saplings like gooseberry, currant, apple, and cherry, which are available at garden centers and nurseries, with prices largely stable since autumn.

This article highlights common mistakes made by inexperienced gardeners when pruning fruit trees in spring, which can lead to a significant loss of harvest.

Latvian strawberry growers expect their first harvest in late May, with initial prices potentially reaching 20 euros per kilogram, following a winter favorable for berries and fruit trees.

A partnership has planted dozens of fruit trees in a Florida 'food desert' to ease food insecurity and counter soaring prices in low-income areas.

In early spring, it's common to see tree trunks, especially fruit trees, painted white in gardens and along roads. This practice is not merely decorative but an old and very effective method.

Serbia recorded historically low yields for 10 types of fruit in 2025, including apricots, peaches, and nectarines, due to unusually warm weather in February and March that accelerated early fruit tree blooming.

An article highlights nine types of fruit trees that are well-suited for small yards and gardens, offering advice for those looking to create green spaces in limited areas.

Foresters in Piwniczna, Beskid Sądecki, Poland, are planting fruit trees to encourage bears to remain in their natural habitat and away from human settlements.

Meteorologists in the Czech Republic have issued a warning that morning frosts on Wednesday and Thursday could damage late-flowering fruit trees, particularly cherries, sour cherries, and apple trees, especially in areas around 400-500 meters above sea level.

Lithuanian gardeners are facing significant challenges this spring as a cold winter and a subsequent lack of moisture have caused extensive damage to fruit trees and berry bushes across the country.

After several days of beautiful spring weather, the Netherlands is expecting a shift with rain forecast for the upcoming weekend. The sunny days had created picturesque cloudscapes and blooming fruit trees and flower fields.

Nikola Stanković, a 21-year-old from Leskovac, Serbia, is dedicated to planting trees and old indigenous fruit varieties in his city. He works at a brick factory by night and cultivates greenery by day, aiming to revitalize Leskovac for its residents.

Coldiretti, an Italian agricultural association, warns that by 2026, three out of four cloudbursts will hit Southern Italy, leading to thousands of hectares of flooded fields, hail damage to fruit trees, and a crisis for early produce and late winter vegetables.

A renowned gardener, Gediminas Cijūnaitis, has provided guidance on how to rescue fruit trees that have suffered frost damage during a winter that saw temperatures drop to 34 degrees below zero.

Jamaica has announced an ambitious plan to cultivate 3,000 acres of fruit trees by the year 2035, as part of its agricultural development strategy.

New research reveals that heatwaves disproportionately damage beneficial insects on fruit trees compared to pests, impacting the effectiveness of combined heat, pesticide, and biological pest control methods on mites.

The Vrchlabí Beautification Association is organizing a spring fruit tree pruning course on Sunday, combining theory with practical demonstrations and tree maintenance in an alley above the city park.

Serbia's fruit orchards faced a challenging 2025, with ten fruit varieties recording historically low yields. Unseasonably warm weather in February and March accelerated the blooming of early fruit trees like apricots, peaches, and nectarines.