While winter may not seem like the time to garden, it's the best time to graft fresh fruit trees in your yard. Here's what you'll need and the steps to follow.

If you’ve recently purchased a fruit or nut tree — or if you already have one in your home landscape — take a close look at the trunk near the soil surface. You might see a faint scar where two ...

While you can buy specialized grafting tools, some basic implements like a saw, pruning shears, and a sharp knife are enough to get you started. You'll also need to pick up some grafting paint or wax.