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Steve Dodrill
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Can a pluot pollinator be plum or apricot?
I have a Flavor Supreme pluot. The year before last it had a lot of fruit. I do not have a pollinator for it, but the neighbor's have a plum. Last year it had only a few fruits. I want to get a pollinator. According to what I read it needs to be another pluot or a plum (there is a list of them). Why...
Is my apple tree wounded?
I have a Gala apple tree, around 5 years old. It is a good producer and appears to be in good health, but as you know, requires lots of attention... spraying, etc. I had some apple scab problems with it for the last two years, which I gather is pretty common with Galas, but now seem to have that...
Grape Pruning Basics
Grapes fruit on lateral shoots on year-old canes. All grapes require heavy pruning to produce fruit, but after the first three growing seasons, different types of grapes need different pruning. Wine...
Berry Pruning Basics
Pruning information for raspberries, blueberries, currants, and gooseberries.
Tree Pruning Basics
A properly pruned tree looks as natural as possible; that is to say, the tree’s appearance reflects its fundamental form and character. The pruner must be sensitive to maintaining this structural integrity, in addition to knowing a bit about tree biology and proper pruning principles!
Know when it’s time to pick pears and apples
Sep 14, 2018
Apples ripen on the tree, but pears must be stored first.
Grape variety identification
This article describes how to identify grape varieties for commercial or home/hobby vineyards and landscapes.
Planning now brings a good tomato season next year
Sep 7, 2018
If you had problems with blossom-end rot this year, try amending the soil with lime and changing your watering habits.