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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1909
Page
3
Pruning timing varies by locality and tree type. Most orchardists prune in winter or early spring, with late spring best for peaches to remove winter injury and leave more wood for a profitable crop.
The article notes apples and pears tolerate February or March pruning in the north, while grapes should be pruned in late fall to early winter to avoid sap flow. An illustration shows the correct and two incorrect shoot removal methods.
A Indiana Farmer writer urges autumn planting for trees vines and fruit crops noting better winter hardiness and earlier spring start. Subsoiling orchards by late November and applying manure mulch improves moisture retention and winter protection for young plantings.
After a season of growing and securing grain the crop should be stored properly not scattered or left accessible to pests. A granary is a necessity with a sliding opening near the floor and compartments separated by removable boards for emptying sections.
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