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Hello, I am planting some apple trees on my property. Someone I know mentioned to reach out to you and ask what the proper protocol and timing is for ...
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Apple trees #945129
Asked September 15, 2026, 4:31 PM EDT
Hello, I am planting some apple trees on my property. Someone I know mentioned to reach out to you and ask what the proper protocol and timing is for preventing disease. Is this something that you are to help me with?
Thank you!
Monroe County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello,
You'll want to start by reading through our apple sprays for gardeners document: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/apple-sprays-for-gardeners
You should also get a soil test: https://homesoiltest.msu.edu/ This will give you an idea of your soil nutrition and what type of fertilization may be necessary
Pruning is essential to maintaining good tree health: https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/smart-gardening-pruning-and-training-backyard-apple-and-pear-trees
We also have a backyard fruit 101 online course that our consumer horticulture team developed: https://www.canr.msu.edu/courses/backyard-fruit-101
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