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Semi-Dwarf Trees – Another Option

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Patty Doll

So, it’s conclusive – a “standard” size apple tree is not what will be the best choice for your planting.  Any other options – how about considering a semi-dwarf tree? Almost all modern apple varieties in commercial use are propagated … Continue reading →

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In the Beginning…..Standard Size Trees

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Patty Doll

Apple trees do not reproduce true to seed.  If you plant a seed from an apple variety that you thoroughly enjoy, such as a Gala, the tree that grows from that seed may taste really different or in fact, may … Continue reading →

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It’s All About the Roots!

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Patty Doll

Our previous posts have had numerous references made to “rootstocks.”  What is rootstock and what role does rootstock play in an orchard planting? Rootstock is basically what is underneath the ground or the roots of the tree.  It is the … Continue reading →

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Harvest for 2017 Winding Down

Posted on October 23, 2017 by Patty Doll

The past weeks have been spent in an all out effort to finish harvest before the change of weather.  October weather in Indiana is always unpredictable, thus the extra effort to finish the picking.  The Yellow/Golden Delicious apples have been … Continue reading →

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2017 Market Schedule and Hours

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Patty Doll

We have established our business hours for the season. We plan to go to the following Farmers’ Markets on a weekly basis. Wednesday mornings from sunrise to lunch or until we sell out, we will be setting up at White’s … Continue reading →

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Spring Maintenance and Updates

Posted on May 21, 2017 by Patty Doll

The past several weeks have been spent maintaining the orchard.  Weed control is always an issue for us.  The mild winter and warm spring encouraged growth and development of this unwelcome vegetation.  The seeds that dropped into the earth last fall did … Continue reading →

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Welcome Winter!

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Patty Doll

Welcome Winter!  Within the last six weeks, the orchard has gone from trees laden with fruit to be harvested to  the first appreciable accumulation of snow today.  Winter has arrived in the Midwest and a bit earlier than we would … Continue reading →

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Eating v/s Cooking Applies

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Patty Doll

As I explain the characteristics of our apples at market, customers often ask what qualities differentiate an “eating” apple from a “cooking” apple.  First, it is important to keep in mind that any variety of apple can be cooked and any variety of apple … Continue reading →

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2014 Market Schedule

Posted on August 10, 2014 by david

We have determined our Market Schedule for 2014: Wednesday: Whites Sale Barn, Brookville, IN (Highway 52) Rain or Shine, Daylight until sellout Friday: Greensburg, IN: South side of the Courthouse Square Rain or Shine, 2PM – 6PM Saturday: Batesville, IN: … Continue reading →

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Late August 2013 Update

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Patty Doll

August has come and gone with the peaches ripening, harvested and marketed.  As September unfolds apple harvest is in full swing.  Gingergold, Gala and Honeycrisp are picked and are being offered at local markets.  McIntosh apples are being picked this week as … Continue reading →

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