Fruit tree triage

SUMMER CARE OF DECIDUOUS FRUIT TREES IS STRAIGHTFORWARD — WATER, MULCH AND PEST PATROL — BUT YOU NEED TO BE RELENTLESS

Words Jennifer Stackhouse

To enjoy good harvests of fruit over the months ahead, we need to put a bit of work into their care. Also, once the fruit is harvested, get out the secateurs to give fruit trees a summer prune. This encourages new growth and keeps trees at a manageable height. Generally, it’s important to keep a close eye on fruit trees during summer. Regularly check the fruit, leaves and stems for any sign of pest or disease problems. Do this careful inspection while you’re watering the trees — another important part of fruit tree care in summer. Fruit trees need regular deep watering that soaks in around the root system, once or twice a week and more if it’s very hot. One thing you may notice as you start to look more closely into…

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