By Zenny
Peach Tree Prone to pests like peach tree borers and diseases like leaf curl, peach trees often require frequent spraying and care to produce healthy fruit.
Cherry Tree Beautiful but high-maintenance, cherry trees are magnets for birds and require consistent spraying to combat fungal diseases and pests.
Apple Trees (Certain Varieties) While popular, many apple varieties are vulnerable to pests like codling moths and apple scab. They often need chemical treatments and pruning to stay healthy.
Apricot Tree Apricots bloom early, making them susceptible to late frost damage. They also have a short fruiting window and are prone to fungal issues in humid climates.
Pear Trees (Standard Varieties) Standard pear trees can grow too large for small yards and often fall victim to fire blight, a bacterial disease that’s difficult to manage once established.
Fig Trees (in Cold Climates) Fig trees thrive in warm, dry climates but often struggle or die back in colder regions, making them less than ideal unless you’re in a fig-friendly zone.
Mulberry Tree Messy fruit drop, fast growth, and aggressive roots make mulberries a nuisance near sidewalks, driveways, or garden beds.
Persimmon Tree Persimmons require patience—they often take years to bear fruit. Some varieties also drop unripe fruit, and birds often beat you to the harvest.