Besides selecting the most disease resistant varieties, there are
a few simple things to do to have better apples.
- Fertilize under the outer edges of your trees. There are no feeder roots next to the trunk. A well fed tree stays healthier. (Adequate calcium in the soil also helps so that apples keep longer.)
- Pick up fallen fruit and compost, dispose of, or feed to livestock (where possible).
- Rake up leaves in the fall and compost them away from the orchard.
- Prune trees to encourage light and air to reach the inside of the tree.
- Provide bird nesting sites near your orchard. A variety of orchard companion type plants will attract native pollinator insects and also encourage birds to come and eat insect pests.
Marilynn W. (verified owner) –
All the trees looked really good on arrival, and they look happy in their new location all covered in blossoms right now. Great prices, great service.
Lynn Martin (verified owner) –
Isabelle B. (verified owner) –
Strong and healthy
Ivan (verified owner) –
Packaging was great. The tree looked healthy and exactly as described on the website. Can't wait to buy some more for next year.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Growing great and settling in.
Marc (verified owner) –
So far I'm completely satisfied with Whiffle Treee Farm Nursery and the columnar trees are thriving so far. To be fair with myself, I was a little grumpy about the price when I ordered but am happy now.
bob waldhuber (verified owner) –