In terms of location, apple trees need to be planted in well-drained soil and in a spot with plenty of sun. Canney recommends avoiding low-lying areas where water tends to collect, as poor drainage ...

Mar. 6—WATERFORD — Friends of Harkness pruned apple trees Wednesday at Harkness Memorial State Park in Waterford. The group started pruning the trees in middle of February and need to finish ...

Grow this herb as a companion plant for your apple trees, and you'll protect your fruit trees from disease, pest, and ...

For apple scab, do one spray now while the tree is dormant and the tips of the buds are green. Spray again later in winter when bud tips are pink, but before blossoms open.

A: Apple trees commonly produce shoots where the trunk emerges from ground level, often termed crown suckers. If allowed to ...

Pests are not only insects but also diseases. Diseases affecting apple trees may include fire blight, apple scab, sooty blotch, fly speck, rust, and fruit rots. Most of these are fungal diseases, but ...

Some apple trees are better for home gardens than others. Of course, the best variety depends on your region and climate, so it's always a good idea to peruse your local farmer's market, or call a ...

Well, Hot Rod Henry was at it again. My garden hose has a new home wrapped around the lawn mower blade. Ever try to get a hose from under a 1,000-pound lawn mower? Not the easiest job I ever had ...

Fruit Trees Require Care. John E. Woodmansee; Photos by Purdue University; ... Among the pests that apple growers may deal with are scale insects, aphids, mites, plum curculios, codling moths, apple ...

Growing an apple tree is a great way to enjoy delicious, fresh fruit from the comfort of your own home. Once these plants reach maturity, they can produce hundreds of apples per year—so you'll ...