The Apples in My Orchard

A Blog By Carol Labuzzetta Since 2017

Silent Sunday: August in My Yard

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Russian Sage & Karl Foerster Grass, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018.
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“Soon” the apples will be ready! 
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Incoming Hummingbird! © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly on Hydrangea, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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A Stunning Weed in My Yard, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018.
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Fruit from our own trees. © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018.
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“Daylily” Unknown variety. © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018.
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Common milkweed pods in one of my butterfly gardens. © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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Swallowtail Framed, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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Swallowtails in Summer, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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Wild Blue Lupine – a Prairie Native added to my yard this year & blooming out of season.                  © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018
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Red Admiral Butterfly, © Carol Labuzzetta, 2018.

6 responses to “Silent Sunday: August in My Yard”

  1. ebgriffin Avatar
    ebgriffin

    Stunning! We planted apple trees a few years ago, but no fruit yet. How long do I have to wait? Do you prune and shape your trees, or just let them grow naturally? Enjoy your beautiful Sunday!

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      theapplesinmyorchard

      Depending on the age of the tree when you get it, it usually takes 3-4 years for the tree to start really producing. My husband takes care of our fruit trees. He does prune them in the late winter -early spring to let more light in and get better air circulation (important when it is hot and humid). Unfortunately, we do spray as well….I know that is not the natural way, but one finds that there are many pests and diseases that are hard to keep at bay. Good luck with your trees! If you want more specific information, check with your extension office – they offer a wealth of solid, trustworthy information!

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  2. Ali Avatar
    Ali

    It is stunning. Your butterflies and rudbeckia especially.

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      theapplesinmyorchard

      Thanks!

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  3. Ali Avatar
    Ali

    Echinacea – sorry!

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    1. theapplesinmyorchard Avatar
      theapplesinmyorchard

      LOL. I have Rudbeckia too…. but not featured prominently in a photo like the Echinacea! You are so good with sharing the biological plant names with the reader. I love that about your posts!

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