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As long as we're graspaing at straws, let me throw this out there. Is it possible this tree was struck by lighting? I have never seen a tree this small struck, but the pattern of looks familar. I know it's stretch, just thinking outside the box.

I am a fan of the Chestnut crab, although I have no experience with Trailman, so I can’t compare the two. This one gets zero attention except protection when planted. It’s on a P-18 rootstock. These photos show early growth from 2021 to 2023. Today it’s still growing well, ripening...

Thanks for the comments guys. I am planning to add a couple crabs at home this spring, so this is timely advise! Love that tree Ruff - and the dog!

I am not a fan of the B-118 rootstock for the same reason you guys’ mention, it’s not as well anchored as other similar size rootstocks. I have several that have been in the ground for 7 to 8 years, and have staked some to correct leaning. I kinda like Native’s approach – I had not considered...

Bigboreblr, the Wickson is edible, but I would not make even make a snack out of it. Better choices abound. Just sayin’… Idared is good to zone 3 and still available at Waflers Nursery (M.111, M.106, and B.118). I see Cummins will be offering them in 1025. Delicious to boot in my view. Bows...

I’ll pick my top three, conceding there lots of other varieties I am also very happy with. So, starting at number three and working up to my top “go to” tree, they are: Number 3 – Chestnut Crab The Chestnut crab is a large vigorous tree, which when grown on a larger rootstock like M.111 or...

Just some food for thought. I have learned from experience that ripe time and drop time are two different things. I have a couple late-ripening goldrush that have been producing for quite a while now. The problem is, they don’t drop until spring, making them pretty much worthless for hunting or...

It's always fun to see how pruning affects a trees growth. I love your idea of giving each tree a different degree of attention. When it comes to pruning, I find that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Like most, I shoot for a central leader with an open canopy. However, when I come across...

As a side note, the bobcat in pic 4 appears to have a tracking collar attached to its neck. I wonder if the local game folks could tell you more about its range and activities. I had no idea a bobcat would chase a mature buck. You learn something new every day, thanks for posting it.

I could be mistaken, but that sure looks like classic deer browse damage to me. Your fencing is inadequate, being too low, too close, and not sturdy enough to prevent future deer damage. So far, no long-term damage has been done. But if not fenced properly, when winter arrives, it won’t be the...

That is impressive work KY. Your grafting skills give you a lot of flexibility in adding/altering varieties that work best in your location. Nice work.

I love these little surprises, either when hunting, or when when opening a new batch of trail cam pics. Great pics guys.

Personally, I like seeing 'em. Kinda cool to see them coming back.

I am seeing similar traits in my enterprise as you do, although mine has only been in the ground 4 years. Like yours, it looks great, grows like a weed, but thus far I have seen only a few blossoms, none of which set. Based on you experience, I won’t expect too much for a few years. Glad you...

I would recommend anyone using a chainsaw on a regular basis take the "Game of Logging" safety course if it is offered in your area.