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Protecting Fruit Plants

Fruit plants and bushes may often need to be protected from the elements; exposure to wind may discourage pollinating insects and can also cause crop damage, whilst frost can damage flowers, fruitlets and unopened buds.

Of course, we humans aren't the only ones to enjoy the taste of fresh fruit; birds and animals also find them a delicious treat. In this section, we take a look at a number of ways to protect young buds and fruits from hungry wildlife.

Protection from the Elements
How to shelter your fruit trees and bushes from frost and high winds ...
Protection from Birds and Animals
Protect your bark, buds and fruit from rabbits, squirrels and birds ...
Making a Fruit Cage
Our step-by-step guide to building your own fruit cage to protect your plants from birds and squirrels ...