Summer means more variety and a craving for cold, juicy fruit. Here are 6 fruits that are surprisingly easy to grow and much more budget-friendly over time than always buying them at the store.
1. Blackberry
Blackberries are a summer superstar: they produce fruit all season and can keep going for 15–40 years once established. As a climbing plant, they’re perfect for training along a fence (hello, privacy!) but also thrive in large pots. Once they start fruiting, you’ll never want to buy them at the store again!
2. Strawberry
Strawberries are always a crave-worthy treat—even if their price can be a bit steep. The good news? They’re super easy to grow at home. Plant them in soil, balcony boxes, or even indoors. If you propagate runners, they’re practically indestructible.
For a steady summer harvest, pick a "day-neutral" variety that keeps producing fruit continuously.
3. Tomato
Yes, tomatoes are technically fruit—and probably the most cost-effective to grow at home. Choose from countless types: cherry, plum, or the giant beefsteak—all charming in their own way. They also do well in pots, so no garden is needed for your tomato feast.
4. Blueberry
Blueberries are the fruit you can devour by the box—if only they weren’t so pricey. The great news: once your bush gets going, it produces an amazing amount! They grow slower than blackberries but pay off big over time.
Plant blueberry bushes in spring to enjoy fruit next season. For a smart boost, plant them alongside strawberries to maximize your harvest in a small space!
5. Raspberry
Raspberries are a forever favorite—and even better, they bloom year after year once established. Perfect for a proper garden but also happy in large pots if you give them care. They adapt to many climates and are easy to propagate, turning one bush into a whole row in no time.
6. Cherry
Cherries are delicious, juicy, and surprisingly easy to grow at home. Plant in spring or summer, and expect fruit in about three years.
Start now, and watch how much you spend on cherries at the store—then see that number drop as you pick fresh fruit from your own tree. To speed things up, plant a grafted sapling and enjoy your first cherries sooner!
