What did you do in your orchard today?

[R2elk]

Little Miss Figgy

Just now breaking dormancy.

 

[flowerbug]

seems early, hope it doesn't get frosted!

 

[R2elk]

seems early, hope it doesn't get frosted!

It's in the greenhouse. Figs can't survive outside here through the winter.

 

[murphysranch]

A local old fella prunes fruit trees. He did my neighbor's orchard - it took three days cus both residents could no longer manage the task these last few years. And then one of them died last month.

He charges a measly $25 an hour and was at my home for 2 hours. What a difference, compared to me reading my Sunset Gardening book and trying to get it right.

He's be pruning since he was a teenager!

 

[Mini Horses]

@CrealCritter is it warming enough for your orchard to be busting forth yet? You had some super things going.

 

[CrealCritter]

@CrealCritter is it warming enough for your orchard to be busting forth yet? You had some super things going.

Thank you, I’m really glad you noticed. As you know, it’s been a lot of work. But seeing it finally start to come together and bear delicious fruit, makes it all worthwhile.

Jesus is Lord and Christ

 

[CrealCritter]

A local old fella prunes fruit trees. He did my neighbor's orchard - it took three days cus both residents could no longer manage the task these last few years. And then one of them died last month.

He charges a measly $25 an hour and was at my home for 2 hours. What a difference, compared to me reading my Sunset Gardening book and trying to get it right.

He's be pruning since he was a teenager!

I just finished pruning several of our trees, so I appreciate your tribute to a skilled and humble craftsman. It's a gentle reminder that some things are worth investing in, not just for the work itself, but for the peace of mind and wisdom that come with true expertise. $50 for two hours of thoughtful care? That's a small price to pay for preserving your trees.

Jesus is Lord and Christ

 

[CrealCritter]

I lost 5 newly planted cherry trees during the two floods we had last spring. I'm still learning how to care for them, and I didn’t quite get it right this time. Weather has a way of humbling us, even when we’re trying our best. I’ve since learned that Mazzard rootstock prefers well-drained soil which, under normal conditions, wouldn’t have been an issue. Anyone have tips for adapting to wetter sites or choosing more flood-tolerant rootstocks?

Jesus is Lord and Christ

 

[flowerbug]

...Anyone have tips for adapting to wetter sites or choosing more flood-tolerant rootstocks?

"You raise me up"...

 

[CrealCritter]

Assembly required. Still learning, as I only get the opportunity to graft with scionwood once a year. Thanks Maple Valley for another good order

Jesus is Lord and Christ