A Fresh Year Begins: Fruit Trees, Winter Color & Cold-Weather Care

A Fresh Year Begins: Fruit Trees, Winter Color & Cold-Weather Care

Happy 2026!

January marks a season of preparation, planting, and setting the stage for the year ahead. While growth may seem slow, now is the ideal time to invest in fruit trees, add winter interest, and protect your landscape from cold-weather stress.

This month also brings our popular Deciduous Fruit Tree Class along with practical guidance on pruning, feeding, and frost protection. A little attention now pays off in healthier plants and better harvests later.

Events

Thinking about planting fruit trees this winter? Our Deciduous Fruit Tree Class, led by Rose, is the perfect place to start.

Join us on January 10th or January 24th (11 AM–1 PM) for expert guidance, practical tips, and plenty of time for questions.

The class is FREE with sign-up (please sign up at the Info Booth). Attendees will receive a 20% off same-day purchase coupon.

Save the Date

Learn tree grafting in our hands-on Grafting Class on February 7th, 2026 (11 AM–1 PM), led by Rose!

Participants will receive materials and step-by-step instruction during a live demonstration. The class fee is $50, with limited enrollment of 10 spots (please sign up at the Info Booth). Attendees will also receive 20% off same-day purchases.

New Arrivals

Rose season is here! Our bareroot roses are now in stock, featuring timeless classics like Mister Lincoln, Neil Diamond, and Iceberg Climbing Rose, along with fresh new varieties including Fashion Forward and Fly So High.

Upcoming Arrivals

Our potted and bare root fruit trees are arriving in the first half of January!

Look for a broad selection including espalier, multigraft, and specialty fruit trees, with varieties ranging from apples and pears to plums, pluots, apricots, and more. Plant now for strong roots and healthy spring growth.

2026 Dave Wilson Fruit List

Now is the time to…

Bring a little life indoors this winter with these steps:

Wipe dust from leaves so plants can photosynthesize efficiently.

Increase humidity with trays, misting, or grouping plants.

Improve airflow by elevating pots on stones or plant stands.

Also read: Houseplant Care Guide

Plant spring-blooming favorites

For a colorful spring display, plant Tulips, Hyacinths, and Daffodils now. These bulbs and corms thrive when established in winter and reward early planting with long-lasting blooms.

For best results, use G&B Organics Rose & Flower Planting Mix and G&B Organics Bud and Bloom Fertilizer, which support strong roots and consistent moisture.

Also read: Fall Bulb Planting Guide

Winter Garden Care & Frost Protection

Tidy up garden debris to reduce overwintering pests

Water under covered areas where rain may not reach

Deep water native plants now to prepare them for summer

Protect tender plants during frost events with blankets or bags