Tree (Small) Growing Guide

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Prepare a large hole by breaking up the soil and adding plenty of compost or other organic matter.

Position

Depends on variety.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not required, unless closely spaced or just planted.

Spacing

Single Plants: 2.50m (8' 2") each way (minimum)
Rows: 2.50m (8' 2") with 2.50m (8' 2") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Plant in mid autumn or early winter when it's not too cold for a little root growth to help them establish.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Prune towards the end of the season to remove any dead or overcrowded branches and to shape if required.

Harvesting

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Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Tree (Small)

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail