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    Good evening all, back in April this year I received 3 apple trees as gifts due to bad weather and been overwhelmed with the work involved planting then I decided to put then in pots. But now wished I had put then into the ground, they all stand about 1.5 metres high all on m26 and all in 18 inch diameter pots,

    My question is how long can I leave then in the pots? Not really wanting to disturb them at the moment there all coverd in blossom.

    Many thanks Steve.

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      They look absolutely fine to me. I think M26 is semi dwarf? In which case I think it would be ok in a pot long term, one of my apple pots is an M26 if i recall correctly. Just make sure they are kept watered and given a feed.

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        My trio of apples, from left to right, apple scrumptious apple james grieves apple falstaff.

        James grieves was a anniversary gift scrumptious was a gift for helping a friend with a house move and falstaff was a gift from my dad not really sure why he bought me it but he has now passed away so quite a special tree to me.

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        • #5
          The James grieve was a very good present as I have one and it performs well even in bad summers,so just grow and enjoy...

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            They were all planted in April this year, not sure if they will fruit this year or not. But if they do what do you guys think should I leave them or remove the fruit?

            Many thanks Steve.

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              Originally posted by new gardener 1052 View Post
              They were all planted in April this year, not sure if they will fruit this year or not. But if they do what do you guys think should I leave them or remove the fruit?

              Many thanks Steve.
              you could let one or two fruit grow on each plant but you must concentrate on building a robust branch structure for the first 3yrs, before letting them all develop, a pain I know, I really got fed up doing my peach tree, but I am so glad I did it now, I go round with a kids brush stroking each flower each day for a week and this gets them all growing into peaches, so now trained they are not much bother at all...and the taste....mmmmmmm.

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                thanks buff, i think your doing really well growing peaches in scotland, and must have the patience of a saint hand pollinating them. i bet they do taste great tho.

                all the best steve.

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                • #9
                  Hi new gardener 1052. Those trees look great. Glad you asked the question as I have been mulling over getting trees in pots. Just a couple of questions

                  What compost did you put in the pot? What did you use to cover the compost surface? How often do you water the trees? Any help would be appreciated.

                  Regards

                  Bill

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                    Hi bill, and thanks. I've used ji number 3, mixed with a little manure and a sprinkle of fbb, I've also used root grow when I planted them, it's just stone chipping I've used to mulch the trees, bought from b&q. Or any DIY store. I'm no expert but I think choosing the correct rootstock is key for planting trees in pots, I've got apple on M26. But I understand m27 is good too.

                    I try to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. It depends on the weather how often I give them a drink. If it's been warm and not much rain I will water them once a week. & now they have blossom I've been giving them a liquid feed once every fortnight. (Tomato feed) someone with more experience might be along to tell you to do it differently, things seam to be ok so far.

                    All the best Steve.
                    Last edited by new gardener 1052; 26-05-2016, 09:31 PM.

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                      [QUOTE=new gardener 1052;1449761]thanks buff, i think your doing really well growing peaches in scotland, and must have the patience of a saint hand pollinating them. i bet they do taste great tho.

                      all the best steve.[/QU

                      its not patience, its just good old fashioned greed, or enlightened self interest, or in political speak "its a forthcoming opportunity that one must avail oneself of", think of it as a scam to get the most out of what you have got..... then think delicious..........oooohhh happy days..

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                      • #12
                        Hi sorry to hear about your dad maybe consider leaving the tree your dad brought you in a pot perminatley so if you ever move it can go with you

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                        • #13
                          Maybe there is a post somewhere about this, I too am new and have fruit trees in pots, but they're all new in.....how do you 'concentrate on building a robust structure'? thanks in advance lol

                          Good luck to you newG
                          ''I've left all my belongings on the side of the road and i'm hoping my mind can be free.'' --- Hanami - Bolesworth Blues


                          http://www.hanamimusic.co.uk/

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                            Originally posted by new gardener 1052 View Post
                            Hi bill, and thanks. I've used ji number 3, mixed with a little manure and a sprinkle of fbb, I've also used root grow when I planted them, it's just stone chipping I've used to mulch the trees, bought from b&q. Or any DIY store. I'm no expert but I think choosing the correct rootstock is key for planting trees in pots, I've got apple on M26. But I understand m27 is good too.

                            I try to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. It depends on the weather how often I give them a drink. If it's been warm and not much rain I will water them once a week. & now they have blossom I've been giving them a liquid feed once every fortnight. (Tomato feed) someone with more experience might be along to tell you to do it differently, things seam to be ok so far.

                            All the best Steve.
                            M26 M27,,,,ok I have learnt something else lol , tomorrow I will read the labels of mine

                            Who knew there were different types of dwarf root stock lol
                            ''I've left all my belongings on the side of the road and i'm hoping my mind can be free.'' --- Hanami - Bolesworth Blues


                            http://www.hanamimusic.co.uk/

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