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Thinning out fruit on young, overcrowded branches helps to protect the branch from breaking and diminishing the tree’s structure.

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It's just peachy: Tips on caring for fruit trees  from an orchardist
August 14, 2021 1 a.m.

It's just peachy: Tips on caring for fruit trees from an orchardist

It isn’t uncommon when traveling around the Columbia Basin to pass by a fruit tree or two, or even an entire orchard. Raising a fruit tree at home is popular, too, but there are plenty of things to consider to ensure the best bounty possible.