Fruit Trees That Thrive in the Desert - Most Easy, Some Challenging

John from http://www.growingyourgreens.com/ takes you on a field trip to Abah Gardens in Las Vegas, Nevada to show you how Derrick, the Rasta Man is growing many fruits in his backyard.

In this episode, John takes you on a tour of a Las Vegas garden that successfully grows a variety of fruit trees, even in the harsh desert climate. He highlights the 10 easiest fruits to grow in this environment, providing practical tips for gardeners of all experience levels. Among the easiest fruit trees to thrive in the desert are Asian pears, which love full sun and produce sweet, crisp fruit, and figs, known for their resilience and ability to produce abundantly even in hot conditions. Apples are another low-maintenance option, with several varieties that grow well in desert climates as long as they’re properly protected from birds.

John also introduces jujube (sugar cane jujube), a fruit tree that produces crunchy, apple-like fruits and thrives in the heat of Las Vegas. Mulberries are another easy-to-grow option, offering reliable fruit production year after year. The episode highlights pomegranates, a desert classic, known for their ability to produce fruit with little care, as well as plums, which also do well in hot climates but may need some protection from birds. Throughout the tour, John shares tips on protecting fruit, like using netting and bagging techniques to keep pests away and maximize your harvest.

John also introduces pistachios and almonds, two easy-to-grow nut trees that thrive in desert conditions. Pistachios, in particular, are simple to grow, offering a consistent crop each year. Almonds, when harvested fresh from the tree, provide a unique, moist taste compared to store-bought varieties. These nut trees not only produce delicious yields but also require minimal care once established, making them ideal for desert gardeners looking to diversify their fruit and nut options.

Lastly, John highlights the prickly pear cactus, a desert-native plant that produces edible fruit with little effort. This cactus fruit thrives in hot, dry environments and is a great addition to any desert garden. By the end of the episode, you'll walk away with a clear understanding of how to grow these 10 easy fruit trees and plants in a desert environment, and John also touches on some more challenging options for those willing to experiment with tropical varieties. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your garden, this episode provides valuable insights into growing fruit trees in the Las Vegas desert.

Jump to the following parts of this episode:
00:00 Episode Starts
00:35 Derrick Helps You Grow Fruit in Las Vegas
01:50 Tour of Derricks Garden
02:22 Asian Pears
02:42 Jujube Fruit Taste Test
03:25 Apples
04:12 Mulberry
04:28 Plum
04:43 Figs
05:20 Pomegranate
05:12 Vegetables he is growing
06:24 Cactus Fruit Plant
06:50 White Sapote (not so easy)
07:10 Pistachio
07:20 Almonds - Taste Test Fresh Almond
08:30 Shadehouse/Greenhouse for Tropical Fruits
09:23 What happened to the coconut palm?
11:00 Harvesting Fresh Dragon Fruit to Taste Test
11:50 Growing Fruit Tree from Seed
14:00 Soursop for Leaves, not fruits
15:03 Pawpaw Fruit Trees
17:23 Taste Testing Paw Paw Fruit
19:00 How old is this Pawpaw tree?
23:34 How well did the papaw seeds germinate?
24:55 Why do you grow all these fruit trees in Las Vegas?
27:30 How do you help people in Las Vegas grow fruit trees & Vegetables?
29:55 What spices are you growing in Vegas?
31:13 How can people contact you?
32:26 How many clients do you have?

Referenced Episodes
Fourth Episode with Derrick - Harvesting Fresh Sugar Cane & Making Juice
   • How to Grow + Juice Tropical Sugar Cane in...  

Third Episode with Derrick - Tropical Fruit Forest Tour & Pawpaw Harvest
   • Rasta Man Grows Tropical Fruits in a Backy...  

Second Episode with Derrick - 10 Gardening Essentials
   • 10 Essential Lessons Every Gardener Needs ...  

First Episode with Derrick - How to grow fruit trees in Las Vegas
   • How to Grow Tropical Fruit Trees Outside t...  

Best Sugar Cane Juice Bars in Las Vegas
   • Best Shop for Sugar Cane Juice in Las Vega...  

Best Tropical Native Fruit Tree to Grow in USA (papaw)
   • One Tropical Native Fruit Tree You Must Gr...  

The benefits of Soursop Extend far beyond fruit
   • Exposing the Raw Vegan Myth: Why You Need ...  

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