How to successfully manage fruit trees is one of the most asked questions. Many of these things can be done yourself with some expert guidance. Simon Gerrard from Oak Leaf Trees has the technical knowledge to help improve the health of your tree, from the cottage gardener to larger orchards.
In rural Norfolk we see a lot of country gardens with overgrown fruit trees. Bramley apple trees especially can get very large, it’s important to bring them back into shape for the health of the tree and optimum fruit production. When fruit trees are allowed to get overgrown they block light from the ground below and within the tree itself. Branches need to be selectively thinned to prevent congestion, which will rub on the fruit and leave the harvest spoilt. Fruit trees that have been heavily thinned or selectively reduced usually bare a good harvest the following year.
Insects can play a part in benefiting yields or hindering growth and productions. A site assessment will help in gaining an overall picture; correctly identifying fungus, the location, neighbouring plants & trees, feeding & watering regimes as they all play a part in tree health.
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simon@oakleaftrees.co.uk