Some 15 years ago, my backyard in Manayunk in Philadelphia was gray gravel surrounded by high, rugged stone walls holding back a steep hillside. Fine terrain for…
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Prune Apple Trees
Prune apple trees before buds swell. Remove any dead, broken, obviously diseased, and crossing branches. Prune so the tree has branches evenly spaced around the tree with 45-degree branch angles and an open center.
Winter can be a frustrating time for gardeners. Thinking about that warm soil in your hands and the fresh smell of organic materials can really make you yearn for planting season…
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