What Types of Fruit Trees Are Easiest To Grow In Georgia?

It’s almost dormant season for our trees which is a great time to start planning and planting trees for next year!

Fruit trees can be a blessing and a curse. Some varieties require a ton a maintenance whereas others can mostly tend to themselves with a smaller effort. We have made a list of our top easiest fruit trees to grow in Georgia weather to help you choose which is best for your lifestyle.

Apple Trees

Apple trees are a favorite in Georgia because they are easy to grow, cold hardy, perfect for most yards and supply a heavy harvest in late August through November. Common threats to Apple trees include:

• Aphids

• Japanese Beetles

• Deer

• Rabbits

• Squirrels

Apple trees are most prone to diseases such as blight and mold so do your research and make sure you have a local certified Arborist nearby to diagnose and cure these before they take over.

Pear Trees

Pear trees are a second favorite because they are also cold hardy, heat resistant, and could be grown well in pots.

A few common threats are:

• Aphids

• Root rot

Pear trees thrive in the heat and the cold, but overly wet conditions can invite a dose of root rot in to kill off your precious trees. A certified Arborist can help diagnose tree root rot as well as perform a risk assessment for the placement of your pear trees!

Peach trees

Because who doesn’t love a good old Georgia peach? They are also fabulous in heat, great for vertical gardening and grow pretty quickly. So if you’re looking for a fruit tree to produce in 1-2 years, the peach tree is your candidate!

A few peach tree threats include:

• Cold weather

• Blight/mold disease

These are just a few of our top favorites in fruit trees. If you would like more reference on how to plant your fruit trees, please feel free to contact our office using the link below and we can connect you with one of our local certified Arborists! Happy planting!

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Why Is My Newly Planted Tree Dying?

Whether its a new tree or you decided to move a tree you already planted in your yard, planting a tree in a new area can cause a lot of adverse reactions for a number of reasons.

Root Bound

Most of the trees you’ll find at nurseries are root bound from being in small containers. This means, as the tree has grown the roots have conformed to the shape of the container, becoming bound together and unable to separate, depending on the severity. You want to make sure to try and shake these roots out and release the roots from each other before planting the tree to prevent root girdling in the future. Sometimes, trees that are so badly root bound will not survive. If your not sure if a tree has become too root bound to survive, call the tree experts at North American Tree Service to transplant the tree for you.

Transplant Shock

When your moving a tree from one spot to another, or from a container into the ground, it’s best to make the transition as smooth as possible to prevent the tree from going in to shock. Good soil, lots of water and mulching 5 inches away from the trunk will ensure the tree gets a healthy start. However, if you notice yellowing of the leaves or the tree dropping leaves, it’s best to call a tree expert at North American Tree Service to inquire for a free estimate on your trees in Grayson, Ga. as the tree could need more intensive care such as a fertilization.

Over-pruning

Young trees do not have the capacity to heal themselves from improper or over pruning as a mature tree would. Some trees you might find grow a little funky in their first year but it is best to properly prune them in their dormant season. Make sure to have a tree trimmer in Grayson, Ga. such as North American Tree Service perform the actual prunes on your trees as this can be detrimental to the trees health. Removing the dead or dying branches is necessary though, so the tree isn’t using all of its nutrients to repair a dead branch, allowing it to direct the nutrients in the proper direction for the tree to flourish.

If none of these apply to your tree’s condition, don’t panic! Call a professional tree service, North American Tree Service for more information on how to move forward with the tree in it’s condition. Try to avoid re-planting until you talk to a certified arborist in Grayson, Ga. to prevent the tree from going into an additional shock.

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How To Care For Your Fruit Trees

Fruit trees carry a lot of value to a home for many reasons! Most produce beautiful foliage along with producing your own types of fruits are always big property value uppers. These tips will ensure your fruit trees will thrive and produce wonderful juicy fruit for years to come!

Thinning

Some fruits have a tendency to rot when they are touching one another. Thinning is a technique that is commonly used on apple and peach trees. Essentially you will want to aim for about 4-6 inches in between each fruit. This might seem like a wasteful practice, since you’ll be picking off seemingly perfect fruit and disposing of it but trust me, you’ll thank yourself in the long run when your fruit comes in with little to no disease, rot or insects. The best time to start performing this technique is right when the fruit starts to set.

Proper Pruning

Dead and dying limbs play a huge role in the overall health of the tree. Which is why it is important to make sure you perform routine pruning yearly on your tree in the dormant season ONLY. Making sure the company performing the pruning on your trees is reputable is a MUST, as improper pruning can lead to more issues and eventually decline of the tree as a whole. Call North American Tree Service for proper pruning on your trees in Athens, Ga.

Fungicide/Insecticide

Unfortunately, sometimes even after all the previous steps are performed correctly, you may run into some issues with pests or fungus growing on the leaves or the trunk of the tree. North American Tree Service also does regular fertilization in Athens, Ga. along with fungicide or insecticides as needed.

A certified Arborist from North American Tree Service in Athens, Ga will be able to properly diagnose and treat all of your beloved trees correctly. Make sure to give us a call if you have any questions or concerns or would like to schedule an appointment with an Arborist for an estimate!