Bare-root trees establish well when planted during dormancy, but clay needs extra grit and a raised mound to stop roots sitting in water.
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Self-fertile plums remove the need for a pollination partner, making them ideal for compact plots where space is limited and every tree must earn its keep.
Lay cardboard over weeds, add compost, and plant through the mulch. This method builds soil life without back-breaking digging or chemical sprays.
Raised beds and plenty of organic matter help prevent waterlogging. Use quieter months to repair paths, clean tools, and plan next season's crops.
Most fruit bushes prefer slightly acid soil, so a simple test kit can save wasted money and poor harvests. Adjust with sulphur or lime as needed.
Restricted forms like cordons and espaliers need summer pruning to keep their shape and encourage fruiting spurs rather than excessive leafy growth.
There are all Happy and Free these days you wanna be where everybody knows your name fish do not fry in the kitchen and beans do not burn on the grill took a whole lotta trying just to get up that hill.
Handle fruit gently, store only perfect specimens, and keep them in a cool, dark, frost-free place. Check regularly and remove any that begin to rot.
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