"John Watson" wrote in message
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The problem I have is with two apple trees. About 12 years ago I cut down
an old and derelict apple tree and someone presented me with two fine
young trees - a Cox and a James Grieve.

The last 2 varieties I would give to a frien I wanted to keep.
Cox gets mildew too badly and won't thrive much North of the Trent.
JG is prey to scab and canker.
Both nice enough apples otherwise but not very easy to get good results.
I hope Anton will be along to give you some ideas for better apples to
plant.

Rod