Growing Apples

Apple growing and Orchards with Mike JonesIn this episode Chris Day and Peter Brown chat with local apple enthusiast Mike Jones. We learn about his apple growing journey from childhood memories to establishing a successful and productive 11-acre community orchard in North Buckinghamshire where they grow of plums, apples, pears and quince.Apples mentioned: ‘James Grieve’ , ‘Bramley Seedling’, ‘Laxton’s Superb’ and ‘Howgate Wonder’ Recommendations for Cider apples in North Bucks: ‘Winter Gem’, Mike’s favourites include: ‘Chiver’s Delight’, ‘Bardsey’ and ‘Sunset’. Also discussed is Fruit propagation and Scion Swap Day, usually in February. Events are organised by Buckingham Garden Centre, The Mid Shires Orchard Group and Gloucester Orchard Trust. RootstocksRootstocks mentioned: MM106, M25, M9, M111Products mentioned: Bonemeal, Rootgrow, chicken wire.Parafilm Music by Chiltern Music Therapy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.