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Bush cherry trees – perfect for small outdoor areas
If you’re wondering what to plant in your small outdoor space – they why not consider a bush cherry tree? These are a great idea for those who have limited space for a larger tree, but still want the benefit of an attractive feature in their garden and also trees that provide plenty of fruit. We have selected four cherry …
Where apples come from
This time of year, the orchards around Kent are bursting with beautiful apples of all shapes, sizes, tastes and colours. Brogdale is home to the National Fruit Collections. With 2,200 varieties of apples, it is the largest collection in the world. But did you ever wonder where this delicious fruit we all take so for granted came from? Where did …
About crab apple trees
About crab apple trees Crab apples are a very popular choice among gardeners and there are several good reasons why. This blog tells you about crab apples and why you should be thinking about including a crab apple tree in your garden or open space. Why crab apples are popular Crab apples are currently enjoying a surge in popularity and …
About Rootstocks
Importance of choosing your rootstock Here’s some helpful advice from Grow at Brogdale about rootstocks and how to select the best rootstock for your fruit tree. Choosing the correct rootstock is as important as choosing the right variety. Trees are very much like people, with varieties having differing amounts of natural vigour. Your soil will also be a deciding factor, …
The Best Apples for Making Cider
Kent is home to some fabulous cider producers, many made from local apples. Here’s a low down on the best apples for making cider. Background to cider making Kent being the garden of England is now gaining quite a reputation for some incredible hand crafted, artisan Kentish ciders including Brogdale’s own Woolly Pig! Differing from traditional scrumpy, Kentish cider is …
About Fruit Tree Step-overs
Learn about fruit tree step-overs and why they’re becoming so popular with gardeners. What is a step-over? A step-over is a low growing tree, typically being around 45cms in height. It has a single branch either side of the trunk that has been trained horizontally, (miniature espalier). Depending on variety, a step-over will grow on average to 2 metres wide …
August Fruit Tree Jobs
Here’s a summary of August fruit tree jobs This time of year is very satisfying for fruit growers, as all that hard work pays off with some wonderful fresh fruit to pick and enjoy. There are still a couple of August fruit tree jobs you should be aware of in order to care for your fruit trees in the summer. …
Quarter Standard Apples Potted Stock List 2021
1/4 Standard availability List 2021 1/4 standard Apples Number £32.00 1/4 standard Apples Number £32.00 Available now Available from September Adams Pearmain 1 Bloody Ploughman 1 Ashmeads Kernal 2 Bountiful 3 Baron Ward 2 Braeburn 1 Beauty of Bedford 1 Brownlees Russet 1 Claygate Pearmain 1 Catshead 1 Court Pendu Plat 1 Chorister Boy 1 Cox’s Pomona 1 Cox Orange …
Half Standard Apples /Crab Apples Potted Stock List 2021
Half Standard Apples /Crab Apples availability List 2021 Half standard Apples Number £32.00 Half standard Apples Number £32.00 Half standard Apples Number £32.00 Available now MM106 Available from September MM106 Available from September MM111 Alfriston 1 Ashmeads Kernal 2 Blenheim Orange 1 Ashmeads Kernal 2 Beauty of Bath 2 Braeburn 1 Ballard Beauty 1 Beauty of Kent 1 Cockle …
Cherries Potted Stock List 2021
Cherries Number Cherries Number Available now Available from September Patio Bushes £40.00 Patio Bushes £40.00 Lapins 1 Merton Glory 1 Sunburst 2 Stella 3 Van 4 Van 2 Whiteheart 2 Bushes £35.00 Bushes £35.00 Merton Glory 1 Sweetheart 1 Napoleon Biggarreau 1 Sunburst 1 Half Standards £40.00 Half Standards £40.00 Early Rivers 1 Early Rivers 1 Sunburst 5 Kordia 2 …