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Apple Tree - Need some advice!
The tree is a dwarf Apple. The white at the bottom is just a guard against mice and weed whackers. Thanks for the kind words and advice! I feel much better now. I will let it grow and prune this winter as planned. -
Apple Tree - Need some advice!
Hello, I planted two apple trees this season and I'm having some concern over how one of them is growing. It seems to be sprouting new growth up its entire trunk. I've attached a photo for reference. Can anyone tell me how to handle this? Thank you! -
New flock in July - Chicks or Pullets?
Aart, Thanks so much for the detailed reply. I have not yet built my coop. I'm waiting for the township to begin the approval process before I invest in supplies. I just happen to be an obsessive researcher so I am trying to get all of the information I would need in advance. I live in...- magine48
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New flock in July - Chicks or Pullets?
I would be getting them solely for egg production, so the reduced or non-existent eggs in the winter concerns me. I've read mixed opinions on artificial light in the winter (some say its inhumane and wont allow the birds to rest and recuperate).- magine48
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New flock in July - Chicks or Pullets?
Hello everyone! We've been battling our township for a few months now but success appears to be on the horizon. We expect the township to approve backyard hens starting in July! My question is this: Do you think I should start with chicks at that time, or jump straight to pullets. My...- magine48
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