Fruit Trees / Edibles
There is no greater satisfaction than harvesting sun-ripened fruit from your own trees. Whether gracing an orchard, lining a garden path, or standing proudly in a small backyard, fruit trees and edible plants merge aesthetics with purpose. They attract pollinators, delight the senses, and connect us to the rhythm of the seasons—a horticultural experience as rewarding as it is delicious.
Persimmon (Tree) - Diospyros virginiana
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- 30-50’ Tall x 20-30’ Wide
- Rich & Aromatic
Apple ‘Fuji’ (Tree)
- Full Sun
- 2-3’ Tall x 12-15’ Tall x 8-10’ Wide1-2’ Wide
- Sugary & Sweet
- Must Cross Pollinate w/ Honeycrisp
Apple ‘Honeycrisp’
- Full Sun
- 8-10’ Tall x 8-10’ Wide
- Sweet & Tart Flavor
- Must Cross Pollinate w/ Fuji
Peach ‘Contender’
- Full Sun
- 12-15’ tall x 10-12’ Wide
- Sweet & Juicy
- Self-pollinating & Hardy
Peach ‘Redhaven’
- Full Sun
- 10-15’ Tall x 6-10’ Wide
- Firm & Sweet
- Self-pollinating & Hardy
Pear ‘Bartlett’
- Full Sun
- 12-20’ Tall x 12-20’ Wide
- Firm / Sweet / Aromatic
- Self-pollinating!
Sweet Cherry ‘Black York’
- Full Sun
- 10-15’ Tall x 10-15’ Wide
- Dark & Sweet
- Must Cross Pollinate w/ Bing
Sweet Cherry ‘Bing’
- Full Sun
- 10-15’ Tall x 10-15’ Wide
- Dark & Sweet
- Must Cross Pollinate w/ Black York
FAQ Edibles - Fruit Trees
What fruit trees grow best on Long Island?
Top performers include; Fig, Apple, Persimmon, Cherry, Peach, & Pear
Do fruit trees need pruning?
Most fruit trees on Long Island do need pruning – be prepared to put in some work if you want a high yield of fruit!
Are fruit trees hard to maintain?
Like anything, some are easier than others. Pruning and rodent mitigation are the pillars to success.
Do fruit trees in a Male and Female plant in order to produce fruit?
Trees like persimmons will need a pollinator while a fig tree, for example, will self-pollinate.
What is the best fruit tree for a beginner on Long Island?
Fig trees perform outstandingly well, produce high volumes of fruit, and are not temperamental.
What is the best fruit tree for a small backyard?
Planting your fruit trees in a container will restrict the size of them, making it manageable for even the smallest of backyards.
Do East End Trees sell tropical fruit trees?
Yes, we carry Orange, Lemon, and Lime trees!
