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I know these aren’t the best pictures but wondering what I can do to help these apple trees out. This is their third year. I think this is a Galarina. I have fertilized in the spring with 10-10-10 and kept much around the base. They are also fenced. They just don’t have the growth I was hoping for.
On my property I’ve planted 12 apple trees over the past three years. All are fenced and mulched with fertilizer added throughout the year. This year I noticed many of them look like this. Any ideas as to what’s happening?? Thanks so much for any info/advice!!
I have learned that placing an order at Cummins is your best bet. You can always adjust it as late as December/January. And you don’t have to pay right away either...so it’s kind of like reserving the ones you want. Great system and great quality trees!!
Has anyone ever tried using latex paint mixed with red pepper flakes to deter rodents? I saw on another hunting site I visit. The guys name was Eli Cook from Spring Valley Farm and Orchard in West Virginia. He swears by it.
Thanks for the info!! What about the issue with the lower scaffolds being too low and perhaps will be destroyed by deer in the near future. Should I leave them for now?? These trees are in the woods and are primarily being planted for them.
I have some Liberty and Enterpise apple trees that I planted last spring. I hope to prune them in the next few weeks. Two were planted as whips and 4 were feathered. I have always been afraid to cut anything off of them but I know that's not the correct way to do things. Any suggestions? I'm...