The practice involves training the branches to grow flat against a trellis or wall. Trees must be trained while ... such as pears, apples, and grapes – which evokes a Mediterranean feel ...

For apple scab, do one spray now while the tree is dormant and the tips of the buds are green. Spray again later in winter ...

These can be wedged in place to support the apple tree boughs. A slightly easier method is to make simple trellis supports. Use multiple stakes and tie the fruiting branches to them to help ...