Remove small apples on new apple tree? - Ask Extension
We just planted 2 new apple trees from Menards. They are growing small apples already. Should we cut them off?
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Remove small apples on new apple tree? #870907
Asked May 31, 2024, 9:56 AM EDT
We just planted 2 new apple trees from Menards. They are growing small apples already. Should we cut them off?
Goodhue County Minnesota
Expert Response
Thank you for reaching out to ask2.extension.
I would take the apples off for this year. When a plant or tree flowers and produces fruit it takes energy from the roots. You need the roots to settle in and grow.
Thank you!
