You might like<\/strong>How To Make A Pineapple Palm Tree Fruit Display<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div>When planting apple trees, be sure to space them according to their height. Standard apples can grow quite tall – up to 20 or 30 feet – so they should be spaced 25 to 30 feet apart. Semi-dwarf trees are smaller, topping out at 12 to 15 feet, and can be planted 15 feet apart. Dwarf trees are the smallest, only growing 6 to 10 feet tall, and they should be spaced 8 to 10 feet apart.<\/p>\n
Nitrogen and potassium are key elements in boosting shoot and leaf growth, maximizing flowering, fruit set and fill, as well as yield potential. Phosphorus is important for early growth and rooting, and then again for producing a large number of healthy flowers clusters, and good fruit size. All three of these nutrients are important for a high-yielding and healthy crop.<\/p>\n
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How much to prune an apple tree depends on the type of apple tree and the desired results. For most types of apple trees, pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth begins is ideal.<\/p>\n
The answer to how much you should prune your apple tree really depends on the tree’s age, health, and type. With that being said, yearly pruning is generally recommended in order to encourage fruit production and to maintain the shape and structure of the tree.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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