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5 year old buck +
A couple years ago we planted 20 bare-root Dunstans, followed by another 15 potted Dunstans last year, and 18 homegrown specials this year. The first couple years the bareroots didn't do much, and I thought this past winter was a test for hardiness. They survived it fine and are really taking off this year.
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My question is with management going forward. Are you guys pruning them to a central leader like apples, or just letting them go? No burrs yet, but I think next year could be the first.
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My question is with management going forward. Are you guys pruning them to a central leader like apples, or just letting them go? No burrs yet, but I think next year could be the first.