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.
Sean S. (verified owner) –
Still waiting to see how gorgeous the tree becomes, but the service and entire purchase process was amazing. Great info provided for the planting and care, and a knowledgeable staff that had answers to any question I had. Highly recommend!
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Suzy F. (verified owner) –
The tree looks wonderful already has leaves and looks very healthy.
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James K. (verified owner) –
Very pleased with our new crabapple tree. It is flourishing in a difficult year
Denis Coulombe (verified owner) –
Blooming
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