August 9, 2007
Living Off Your Garden Resources
Fruit growing in the garden can be rewarding and economical. The space available and position of the fruit plot are all that really limit a gardeners choice. Soft fruit, especially the best flavoured varieties, which are often unsuitable for commercial growers, can be eaten in perfect condition straight from the garden plant.
Top fruits, as they are known, should be planted in an open unshaded position. On a sloping site the higher the ground is the best place as there is the chance of spring frost damaging fruit will be lessened. Frosty air flows downhill like water so opening up a fence or hedge will often allow the free flow of cold air away from the fruit area.
Most soils not higher than six hundred feet above sea level will grow apples if the varieties are chosen specifically for the district.
If apricots, nectarines, peaches and pears are to be grown outdoors, they usually need the warmth of the southern half of the country or a really sheltered and warm patch.
It is sensible not to plant fruit tees in windy exposed positions. A shelter belt of trees can improve the situation but they take a lot of space and may introduce competition for […]
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