Deciduous trees are those that lose their leaves every fall, go dormant, and blossom and grow new leaves every spring. Many fruit trees are deciduous trees.

Apple Tree

Apple trees are the most hardy of fruit trees making them an optimal choice for colder climates. Apple trees require compatible varieties for cross-pollination.

Apricot and Aprium Trees

Because the apricot tree blooms so early in the spring before the threat of frost has passed, many home gardeners find it difficult to grow them especially in the northern climates. Apricot trees do not need more than one variety to bear fruit, but will usually be heartier if two varieties are planted. They usually begin fruit production in 3-4 years.

Cherry Tree

Cherry trees perform best in warmer climates. Most sweet cherry trees need compatible varieties to cross-pollinate, while most tart cherry trees are self-fruitful. They usually begin fruit production in 5 years.

Fig Tree

Figs perform well in warmer climates and can generally not withstand temperatures below freezing. Most fig varieties do not require cross-pollination.

Nectarine and Peach Trees

Nectarine and peach trees perform best in warmer climates. Temperatures below zero can kill them. Like apricots, they are early bloomers and may be injured if they bloom prior to a frost. Both trees are self-fruitful. Nectarines and peach trees usually begin fruit production in 3-4 years.

Pear Tree

Pears trees require compatible varieties to cross-pollinate. Pears begin to produce in 3-5 years.

Plum Tree

Most prune varieties require compatible varieties to cross-pollinate. Plum trees begin to produce in 3-5 years.

Additional deciduous fruit trees include jujube, mulberry, nectaplum, persimmon, pluot, pomegranate, and the quince trees.