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Seeking advice on pruning these young apple trees
Spider wrote in :
Forgive me following my own post, Jake, but having looked at your pics again, I note that some of your trees are growing with grass close to the trunk. Trees, especially new trees, need a 3ft/1m circle of clear soil to prevent competition from grass and weeds. The grass mulch round some of your trees is good, but it shouldn't be making contact with the trunk, as this can cause rotting. thanks again. You really sem to know your stuff (despite saying you're not an expert)! I'm a bit concerned about Tree No2 - the one that god snapped off at half its height shortly after planting. That's the one that I need to grow tall the quickest and produce shade. After reading all you've said, I wish I hadn't done any Summer pruning becase you imply this will inhibit growth. I didn't know that prior to reading your advice. However what's done is done, and hopefully all will look satisfactory as it grows in the coming years. When I bough these saplings (from Asda) there was no indication what the rootstock was or what the final height would be. I suppose only time will tell. I was surprised how many times Tree No.2 tolerated being moved! I moved it twice before being happy with the exact position, and it carried on growing without batting an eyelid! JD |
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