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Fire Blight of Apple
Fire blight is a destructive bacterial disease of apples and pears that kills blossoms, shoots, limbs, and, sometimes, entire trees (figs. 1, 2). The disease...
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Apple Tree Propagation: Grafting
 Several grafting techniques are possible. The one to use depends on the conditions under which the grafting is to be done. Whip grafting, sometimes called bench...
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Apple Scab
Apple scab is the most important fungal disease of apples in eastern growing regions of the United States, especially in the cooler climate regions. If not controlled...
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Understanding Apple Tree Size: Dwarf, Semi-Dwarf and Standard
Apple rootstocks have traditionally been divided into three groups: standard, semi-dwarf, and dwarf.A standard size tree refers to trees growing on seedling rootstock...
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Controlling Apple Tree Size by Horticultural Means
The use of dwarfing rootstocks is the primary means utilized to affect tree size. Apples are the fruit crop that most commonly utilizes dwarfing rootstock. Size...
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In This Resource Area

Apple Rootstocks

  • All about understanding and choosing the right rootstock

Apple Cultivars

  • Characteristics, descriptions, and how to choose the best to grow and eat

Establishing an Apple Orchard

  • Buying and planting trees

Managing Apple Trees and Orchards

  • Insects, diseases, wildlife and other challenges

Propagating Apple Rootstocks and Trees

  • Grafting, budding, tissue culture, and all about how rootstocks are developed

Regional Resources

  • Links to apple information specific to your area