6. Plum Trees
We are continuing our list of easiest dwarf fruit trees to grow in containers or mini garden with plum trees that are the perfect fruit tree for beginners for various reasons, with one of the primary ones being that they are less susceptible to diseases as compared to other fruits and do not require as much water either.
While plums are easy to grow, this does not mean that they don’t need any assistance. Regular pruning is a must while you should also ensure that animals don’t make off with the fruit. Growing a plum tree is a long term investment as it can often take up to 5 years for the plant to actually bear fruit.
To grow a plum tree, place 2-inch compost beneath the canopy of the tree, but ensure that it is kept away from the bark to prevent if from rotting. Build a ring of soil around the tree and water it whenever the top area appears to be dry. Fertilize the tree in spring, while the pruning should be carried out in late winter, when the tree is in a dormant state.
