Fruits
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This page is your go-to fruit growing directory. Whether you’re raising tomatoes in pots, planting citrus trees in the ground, or nurturing tropical fruits like papaya and banana, you’ll find step-by-step care guides tailored for Australian backyards, balconies, and orchards.
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Our fruit plant care guides are designed to help you grow strong, healthy fruiting plants with confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener, each guide covers the key steps for:
- How and when to plant (seed, cutting, or transplant)
- Sunlight, watering, and climate needs for each fruit
- Fertiliser schedules from seedling to harvest
- Pruning, training, and fruiting support tips
- Pest control and nutrient troubleshooting
You’ll find growing tips for popular backyard fruit like lemons, figs, pomegranates, grapes, strawberries, and passionfruit — as well as tropical species such as bananas, papayas, and guavas. Each guide includes fertiliser advice specific to the plant’s nutrient demands and fruiting cycle, using high-performance Complete Grow products where applicable.
Whether you’re working with containers, raised beds, or full garden plots, our fruit care articles help you get better yields, healthier plants, and more flavourful harvests — all adapted to Australian growing conditions.
What are the best fruit plants to grow in Australian backyards?
Australia’s climate supports a wide range of fruit plants, from Mediterranean favourites like citrus, figs, and olives to tropical fruits like bananas, mangoes, and papayas. Strawberries, blueberries, and grapes also do well in most regions with good drainage and sunlight. If you’re working with limited space, dwarf fruit trees like lemon or mulberry are ideal for pots. For beginners, citrus trees and passionfruit vines are among the most rewarding — fast to establish, long-lived, and productive with the right seasonal care. Explore our care guides to choose the best varieties for your region and setup.
How often should I water fruit trees or fruiting plants?
Young fruit plants should be watered more frequently while they establish, especially in the first 12–18 months. Once mature, deep watering once a week during hot months is usually enough, depending on your soil and climate. Fruiting plants like tomatoes and berries need consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development, but soggy roots can cause rot or fungal disease. In containers, always check drainage and use moisture-retaining soil. Our plant-specific guides include watering schedules tailored to each type of fruit, from tropical to temperate.
When should I fertilise fruit plants for the best yield?
Most fruit plants benefit from fertilising in early spring and again in late summer, timed around their active growing and fruiting cycles. Citrus trees, for example, need regular feeding every 6–8 weeks from spring through autumn, while figs and guavas respond well to nitrogen early in the season and potassium during fruit set. Avoid heavy fertilising in winter unless the plant is tropical and still actively growing. Each of our fruit plant care guides includes a recommended fertiliser schedule, based on the crop’s nutrient needs and your growing zone.
Why isn’t my fruit tree producing fruit?
A fruit tree that won’t bear fruit might be struggling with one of several issues: lack of sunlight, poor pollination, over-pruning, or incorrect feeding. Some fruit trees, like apples and pears, require a second compatible tree for pollination. Others, like citrus, need at least 6 hours of direct sun per day to flower and fruit. Overfeeding with nitrogen can also promote leafy growth at the expense of fruit. Our troubleshooting tips in each fruit care guide help you identify what’s missing and how to correct it — whether it’s soil balance, pruning technique, or timing.