You could thin out the upper branches a bit too (see my recent videos about restoring a neglected city garden orchard) but wise not to overdo it in year one.
This thinning out of overgrown lower branches is a good start and should improve the mold situation by improved flow of air and light through the tree.
'wild' apples grown from a seed are unpredictable, if its good, keep it. If the roots are strong but the fruit is poor, you can graft over to a better variety.
Looks about right.
You could thin out the upper branches a bit too (see my recent videos about restoring a neglected city garden orchard) but wise not to overdo it in year one.
This thinning out of overgrown lower branches is a good start and should improve the mold situation by improved flow of air and light through the tree.
'wild' apples grown from a seed are unpredictable, if its good, keep it. If the roots are strong but the fruit is poor, you can graft over to a better variety.
stephenhayesuk 2 years ago