Re: perennials DIGEST V3 #34
- Subject: Re: perennials DIGEST V3 #34
- From: Isabelle Hayes b*@catskill.net
- Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2002 12:15:27 -0400
A long-overdue thanks to Howard for the advice on pruning apple trees.
Isabelle Hayes
Howard Zalkin wrote:
> Well, I am not an expert but I have maintained a few apple trees for about
> 20 years and they have done quite well. Yes, I would cut back tall
> branches to a lateral outward facing branch that is at a good height. I
> try to keep the trees to 10 feet or less so all apples can be picked from
> the ground and with a short ladder. Also, in the fall or early spring thin
> rather drastically to open up for light. Don't worry if the tree looks
> funny, it will fill out during the summer.
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