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In this inspiring episode, Alysse sits down with Susan to explore the world of fruit trees and community gardening. Drawing from over 15 years of hands-on experience, Susan shares her journey of cultivating a thriving community orchard, offering practical advice on planting tips, pruning techniques, pest management, and promoting soil health.
Learn how cross-pollination affects fruit production, why grafting can expand your harvest, and how urban gardening spaces can support healthy ecosystems. Whether you're just getting started with a bare root tree or managing an established orchard, this episode delivers essential knowledge for both beginners and seasoned gardeners.
🌳 Key Takeaways:
Community gardening fosters connection, education, and sustainability.
Successful fruit tree care involves managing pests, diseases, and proper pruning.
Healthy soil is the foundation for strong tree growth and productivity.
Cross-pollination is vital for many fruit trees to produce abundant fruit.
Grafting allows multiple fruit varieties to grow on a single tree.
Start with good planning—location, tree type, and soil prep matter.
Community orchards thrive with shared support and long-term vision.
Growing fruit trees requires patience and consistent care.
🎧 Tune in now to gain expert insights and step-by-step guidance on building your own fruitful gardening journey—right in your backyard or shared community space!
âś… Subscribe for more gardening tips and orchard insights!
👍 Like this podcast if you found it helpful
💬 Comment with your favorite fruit tree or tip you’ve learned
đź”” Hit the subscribe to get notified when new episodes drop
đź”— Connect With Us:Practical Permaculture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practical_permaculture/Website: OrchardPeople.comPodcast: https://podcast.orchardpeople.com/Courses: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/Books: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books
By Alysse Gallagher5
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In this inspiring episode, Alysse sits down with Susan to explore the world of fruit trees and community gardening. Drawing from over 15 years of hands-on experience, Susan shares her journey of cultivating a thriving community orchard, offering practical advice on planting tips, pruning techniques, pest management, and promoting soil health.
Learn how cross-pollination affects fruit production, why grafting can expand your harvest, and how urban gardening spaces can support healthy ecosystems. Whether you're just getting started with a bare root tree or managing an established orchard, this episode delivers essential knowledge for both beginners and seasoned gardeners.
🌳 Key Takeaways:
Community gardening fosters connection, education, and sustainability.
Successful fruit tree care involves managing pests, diseases, and proper pruning.
Healthy soil is the foundation for strong tree growth and productivity.
Cross-pollination is vital for many fruit trees to produce abundant fruit.
Grafting allows multiple fruit varieties to grow on a single tree.
Start with good planning—location, tree type, and soil prep matter.
Community orchards thrive with shared support and long-term vision.
Growing fruit trees requires patience and consistent care.
🎧 Tune in now to gain expert insights and step-by-step guidance on building your own fruitful gardening journey—right in your backyard or shared community space!
âś… Subscribe for more gardening tips and orchard insights!
👍 Like this podcast if you found it helpful
💬 Comment with your favorite fruit tree or tip you’ve learned
đź”” Hit the subscribe to get notified when new episodes drop
đź”— Connect With Us:Practical Permaculture Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practical_permaculture/Website: OrchardPeople.comPodcast: https://podcast.orchardpeople.com/Courses: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/Books: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/books

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