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Permaculture Guide to Fruit & Nut Trees
Investing in fruit and nut trees is a long-term project that can enhance a Market Gardener's offerings at market.
In this video, Ed Donnelly of Sorelli Farm at Bob Wells Nursery in Mineola, Texas, discusses tips for success in planning your orchard, ordering the best tree stock, planting, care, pest & disease management, pruning, and how pro growers can provide fruit all season long.
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00:00 Intro
01:36 Planting Seasons
03:32 Container vs. Bare Root
07:41 Post-Delivery Care
08:40 Prep and Irrigation
11:07 How To Plant A Tree/Bush
16:35 Do These Two Things
18:23 Top 5 Trees/Bushes to Start with
21:01 Mythbusting
23:52 expected returns
25:29 Managing Pests
29:32 Increasing Growing Efficiency
31:55 Lesson Learned
33:40 Birds/Insects
34:19 Trees in Greenhouse Video
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Komentáře

  • @sherriecastles4895
    @sherriecastles4895 Před hodinou

    Where do you purchase your trays?

  • @lizafarias5698
    @lizafarias5698 Před 2 dny

    Does it continue to grow in the winter? I live in Colorado.

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před dnem

      You sure can, here is how Whispering Willow Farm does it, czcams.com/video/0cadhpBe6aM/video.html

  • @worldhealthrn
    @worldhealthrn Před 9 dny

    Do you run rip irrigation in the winter

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 9 dny

      Not in freezing temps. Extra care to make sure the lines are drained in between cycles and watering for the plants needs is more important than a set schedule.

  • @mattkoerber1477
    @mattkoerber1477 Před 9 dny

    Excellent video.

  • @Mattallen94
    @Mattallen94 Před 11 dny

    Under stories are better than mulch

  • @MarcoTassara
    @MarcoTassara Před 11 dny

    Great to hear directly from growers of scale. I have an issue with spraying anything other than fungicide and liquid nutrients once bud break because of the greater need to protect and encourage pollinators. Keeping bees improves pollination and produce honey I don't want tainted. I also grow market items between trees which further complicates spraying. It's a case of give and take. As some point it would be great to hear from an IPM that can suggest both Standard and Organic solutions for year round southern orchards.

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 11 dny

      I’ve got the perfect interview lined up just a matter of getting the two of us in the right place at the right time. 💚

  • @TheFreestyle2
    @TheFreestyle2 Před 11 dny

    Great work 🙌

  • @resourcefulgirl
    @resourcefulgirl Před 11 dny

    I'm new to country living and made a huge mistake when planting my fruit trees. Everyone told me the deer wouldn't bother the trees because they have so much food out here. One morning I walked outside to find thousands of dollars worth of fruit trees demolished. Now I'm starting over. I'm checking out your website site now. Prices look good so I'm likely going to order. I'm doing exactly what you said not to do, ordering a bunch because now I'm really being schedule. At least I know where they're going.

    • @boxelder9167
      @boxelder9167 Před 11 dny

      Many of mine came back this year after being munched on. I found a T post with chicken wire attached to be helpful to discourage browsing.

    • @resourcefulgirl
      @resourcefulgirl Před 10 dny

      @@boxelder9167 that's exactly what I'll need to do. They went from being 6-8 ft tall to about a foot. They snapped them like tooth picks.

    • @boxelder9167
      @boxelder9167 Před 10 dny

      @@resourcefulgirl - 3 T-posts works pretty good if they are persistent. Make a triangle around the tree. Wrap it with fencing or chicken wire up at least 4’ tall. You may find that some come back up from the roots even if they were munched. When they get up over 6’ tall or more I split the black, flexible irrigation pipe and cut a 4’ to 5’ length and fix it over the trunk to keep them from rubbing the bark off, protecting it from the weed eater, and keeping the chewing animals away from the bark. I have had really good luck with this. 4” black corrugated plastic drain pipe that comes in a long coil. Split it with a razor knife if you are careful or use a metal cutting sawsall blade with someone holding it to keep it from vibrating. I split mine the entire length and hold it up against the tree to measure it and then cut it off to length.

    • @resourcefulgirl
      @resourcefulgirl Před 10 dny

      @@boxelder9167 Great ideas!! I really appreciate it. I actually have some extra black corrugated pipe laying around. I love the deer but it took me forever digging holes and planting all of the fruit trees. I'm ditching the shovel and getting a mini excavator this time. Geez I'm 60 and it's just too much work lol.

    • @boxelder9167
      @boxelder9167 Před 10 dny

      @@resourcefulgirl - I am 52 so I still dig it by hand. 😁

  • @amsohn1
    @amsohn1 Před 11 dny

    Ed & Nick, this was fantastic info... a couple years ago, we decided we're gonna add Raspberries- I've never grown Raspberries... I purchased to many, no where to put them, no plan, I ended up putting them in a hurry- the wrong containers, over watered them and killed them... we were at Bob Wells, and the "oh let's get them all now" spirit hit... and we wasted our $'s on an impulse without a plan in place... I've been to several training events at Bob Wells @ Sorelle Farms and absolutely love them and the info they provide. Of course, I love Bootstrap Farmer as well and all the info y'all provide!! Thanks again and blessings

  • @safiot
    @safiot Před 13 dny

    What type of water you use?

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 13 dny

      In this case they have several filtration methods. Always test tour water source in the planning stages to see if and what kind of filtration/treatment your water source may need.

    • @safiot
      @safiot Před 13 dny

      ​@@BootstrapFarmerhow they filter the water?

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 11 dny

      In hydroponics, common water filters include: Reverse Osmosis (RO) Filters Dechlorinators Gravel Media Filters There are also disk & mesh canister filters depending on the setup and water source.

    • @safiot
      @safiot Před 10 dny

      @@BootstrapFarmer vielen Dank für deine Antwort 👍

  • @virgo8223
    @virgo8223 Před 14 dny

    This was a very informative video.

  • @boblossie3192
    @boblossie3192 Před 14 dny

    Wow.... This is like landing in a plot in Heaven. So beautiful. So welcoming.

  • @TUKByV
    @TUKByV Před 15 dny

    Nice!

  • @TheFreestyle2
    @TheFreestyle2 Před 15 dny

    intro was fun, thanks for the tip!

  • @silverbullet196
    @silverbullet196 Před 16 dny

    Moles! I will be placing stainless wire mesh at the bottom of my Bootstrap beds before filling them in an attempt to keep the moles from eating my veggies.

  • @andrewshenton6541
    @andrewshenton6541 Před 17 dny

    I dont agree with the slug comment,they harbor slugs,but i still like mine

  • @user-tm1ux6kn3l
    @user-tm1ux6kn3l Před 18 dny

    watch the cardboard !!!! There is forever chemicals in most !!!!! use woos chips

  • @tropical-fruit-Florida

    😂 I took 3 hours wiggling the posts to and fro. Then I thought about the Pythagorean formula. If we use that and the X cross string the string for a 40’ house would be 44’8”. 20x20, + 40x40=44.75x44.75. Anyone doing the 40’ house use 44’8” strings to square up the house.

  • @Waltzonthemoon
    @Waltzonthemoon Před 18 dny

    Dead I find your station, we are in process of making raised beds. I am part of Master gardeners and we have talked about a hoop house and add on. To our Demonstration garden next to courthouse

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 12 dny

      We like how demonstration gardens can use raised beds so people can learn/work in a circle so everyone can see. Best of luck with the project.

  • @jennifernebraska9728
    @jennifernebraska9728 Před 18 dny

    Rabbits! I planted green beans three times for them to become rabbit food. Tried multiple options including electric mesh fence. Started 2 raised beds which are working for the greens and radishes. Looking for more in the future.

    • @amiehorner5132
      @amiehorner5132 Před 18 dny

      If you fence the garden , be certain to bury several feet of the fence to prevent digging under.

    • @amiehorner5132
      @amiehorner5132 Před 18 dny

      Or place fencing in the bottom of the raised bed .

  • @1jw298
    @1jw298 Před 18 dny

    I definitely need beds. Springtime is super wet and the drainage is needed.

  • @iamHis888Heismine
    @iamHis888Heismine Před 18 dny

    Wish your raised bed were available now. We are looking at purchasing 3 raised beds for cut flowers now before the colder, wet weather arrives.

  • @GardenFreshHomestead
    @GardenFreshHomestead Před 18 dny

    Raised beds or wicking beds are better, I've been using them for years.

  • @TheFreestyle2
    @TheFreestyle2 Před 18 dny

    Will be buying one of yalls the SECOND it comes out!

  • @janw491
    @janw491 Před 18 dny

    They keep things enclosed and tidy. I love mine.

  • @Larkz0717
    @Larkz0717 Před 18 dny

    metal raised beds like birdies or the Vegega beds!

  • @amsohn1
    @amsohn1 Před 18 dny

    Thanks y'all 😊!!! Cant wait to see the raised bed kits... so exciting! I've used cedar pickets for the last several raised beds I made. I use boiled Linseed oil once a year to keep the wood protected... works great... 4+ years and still working anf looking good. I do prefer the zink coated beds. They are fairly easy to assemble, easy to move, and last 20+ years. Thats what we are putting in the CatTunnel, soooon!! Blessings ❤

    • @Larkz0717
      @Larkz0717 Před 18 dny

      agree, I have some vegega and vevor metal beds that i love, will be moving soon and want to use that style again..

    • @amsohn1
      @amsohn1 Před 18 dny

      @Larkz0717 we've got those as well as Vego and a couple others... they all are about the same and absolutely love them. Blessings

    • @Larkz0717
      @Larkz0717 Před 18 dny

      @@amsohn1 indeed they are! Back saving gardener saving, blessings!

  • @chrisblinzinger5629
    @chrisblinzinger5629 Před 18 dny

    My raised beds are metal and round on the ends. What’s the best way to build a mini-hoop house? The round ends are stumping me. Doing a fall/winter garden this year.

    • @amsohn1
      @amsohn1 Před 18 dny

      We've used a couple of things... pvc pipe [we used 1"-panted it for uv protection] and you can use T's or 4ways to create the hoop over them... also Pex- we've used that as well- I know several who've used the blue Pex and have had those up for 3 years... we do take it down when not in use. Just some ideas 💡 Blessings

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 12 dny

      At the very end of this video Installing Frost Blanket on Low Tunnel Hoops czcams.com/video/TEgFLsp2hfo/video.html @ATLgrow is tucking his plants in at night. You could do the same thing but think of it more of a pup style tent, and fold the flats out and extend them out. You could write them down with a small log or brick or piece of pipe.

  • @floweringevergreen3584

    Concise and awesome content!!

  • @michellenoel2725
    @michellenoel2725 Před 18 dny

    My current raised beds are great however I don’t have any kind of system for adding shade in the summer or green house plastic in the winter.

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 18 dny

      Maybe low tunnel hoops on top can help czcams.com/video/-pEqTb7tgZI/video.htmlsi=UA_mI3zsx6QkgttR

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 18 dny

      czcams.com/video/2x0QhKVc-BE/video.htmlsi=4F7GCvVbkUOefvsl

    • @michellenoel2725
      @michellenoel2725 Před 13 dny

      @@BootstrapFarmer so smart, thank you!

  • @populistparty2010
    @populistparty2010 Před 18 dny

    This was a very informative video and just the right length. We have been looking at a full blown hoop house for our small back yard and have been concerned about it overwhelming the yard space. After watching this, I think we could definitely get by with 2 or 3 raised planters, probably 3'x8', using hoops, with shade cloth, or plastic as you have shown. Is there any real benefit to having a walkin hoop house (with raised planters inside) over having the planters outside and covering as needed? Thank you....subbed....and looking forward to that November drawing :)

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 18 dny

      Raised beds are a great way to start and when you do move into a hoop house the beds could be incorporated.

  • @Larkz0717
    @Larkz0717 Před 19 dny

    do yall install the greenhouses?

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 19 dny

      We do not install.

    • @Larkz0717
      @Larkz0717 Před 19 dny

      @@BootstrapFarmer do you know anyone in lamar county that would install? we're not ready yet, getting ready to build our house. but planning on a big green house in the spring

  • @Tenslea
    @Tenslea Před 20 dny

    Extremely helpful video!

  • @jasonjohnston94
    @jasonjohnston94 Před 21 dnem

    With insect netting or shade cloth over the plants, I’m wondering how pollinators reach the flowers?

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 21 dnem

      If you are using frost blanket all day in the winter/early spring it’s likely the pollinators are not active yet ant it’s too early for flowering crops. On the shade it cold be fastened in a way that the sides or top can be open to allow pollinators in if needed.

  • @chadolson6889
    @chadolson6889 Před 24 dny

    What length of emt did you use in this video?

  • @TwoDovesBees
    @TwoDovesBees Před 24 dny

    great info!!! The heat has been a huge issue this year!

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 21 dnem

      It just seems to keep getting hotter. Good luck out there.

  • @TwoDovesBees
    @TwoDovesBees Před 24 dny

    This is a great and informative video! Thanks for sharing... It was fun to see our friends from the Nakid Gardeners there. We've been working with the USDA/NRCS for a few months now and are looking forward to seeing what they come up with. It's our first time working with them... We're actually getting together with our NRCS rep tomorrow morning.

  • @valerieiverson2633
    @valerieiverson2633 Před 24 dny

    How do you close the gap when the sides are down and you're rolling to the outside to keep water out? We've just installed our roll up sides, but noticed that when the sides are down, the gap is closed better at the bottom when the side is rolled up the other way...just at the bottom. The weight of the bar and the rope hold it also, but the gap... what do you do? We do have the wind brace corners also covered.

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 24 dny

      Could you send pics to contact@bootstrapfarmer attn. tech team so we can take a look?

  • @amsohn1
    @amsohn1 Před 25 dny

    Excellent video!! We plant some herbs with like our tomatoes... basil always- ive not had even 1 tomato horn worm since doing this. Thank y'all and blessings ❤

  • @k.p.1139
    @k.p.1139 Před 25 dny

    I will take misshaped good tasting tomotates any day over perfect shape. I'm tired of paying high dollars for organic, tasteless tomatoes!

  • @antonioperez119
    @antonioperez119 Před 25 dny

    I dont see it on your store

  • @antonioperez119
    @antonioperez119 Před 25 dny

    The important question is where do i get that soil blocker!!! I have 1 1/2 soil blocker.

  • @TheFreestyle2
    @TheFreestyle2 Před 25 dny

    Love it 😍

  • @arockiamarydurairaj7868

    Very nice..

  • @michelerichard5523
    @michelerichard5523 Před měsícem

    I have tomatoes growing in pots along the outside wall of my garage during the summer.July temperatures here were 35-38 degree. My tomatoes dropped their flowers due to the stress they were in. I want to buy a shade cloth to shade them next season from this heat. Would white shade cloth be best for this situation and at what % shade cloth.

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před 29 dny

      It sounds like white would be best but I encourage you to call and speak with our tech team so they can cover all of the variables. 888-406-1982 option 1

  • @beautifulfuture7842
    @beautifulfuture7842 Před měsícem

    which country

  • @norbertklause4366
    @norbertklause4366 Před měsícem

    how do you prevent stem breaking at the base of the plant while lowering? We grow cucumbers and I observed a lot of plants dying because stems are cracked. I'm trying to find a better way of doing it, but some co-workers are incredibly stubborn in their ways. I'd be grateful for any pointers

    • @BootstrapFarmer
      @BootstrapFarmer Před měsícem

      Vines breaking off is likely to happen whenever you’re trying to lean too far. I would not lean/lower anymore than 4 to 6 feet at a time depending on how the plant is doing. If you start them early, the vines have a natural band without having to overcompensate such a sharp angle from leaning more than what the vine can take. Inevitably, he will snap a vine, but overtime you can engage that with more experience. Just know that when you do snap a vine, you can develop a secondary leader, a very high percentage of the time and not lose the stock. It’ll take a little bit more care and I like to mark the plant so everybody knows to give that vine a little TLC during pruning. You will also notice that the longer as the plant lives, you’re more likely to be able to lower more of the vine further than 6 feet .

  • @amsohn1
    @amsohn1 Před měsícem

    Totally cool.. thanks for sharing. Blessings ❤

  • @danielnsikanjoshua306
    @danielnsikanjoshua306 Před měsícem

    bruh

  • @AlexFoster22913
    @AlexFoster22913 Před měsícem

    Signed up for this but had a game to attend, thank you for uploading this