Harvest not every year? 5 reasons for irregular fruiting of apple and pear trees
There are several reasons for this problem.
The most common is weather conditions. Too harsh winters can damage flower buds.
In addition, recurrent frosts in spring are also harmful. A prolonged cold spell can even lead to mass death of the ovary.
Also, the problem of lack of harvest may be due to pest attacks. Therefore, it is important to carry out protective measures from year to year.
The fourth reason is hidden in the genetic characteristics of the varieties. Some may simply be predisposed to irregular fruiting.
As noted by experienced gardeners, the last reason for the lack of annual fruiting may be in the characteristics of the rootstock. On vigorous and seed rootstocks, trees tend to bear fruit irregularly.
But what to do to get a harvest without interruption?
To do this, you need to carry out annual pruning of fruit trees. This should be done not only to form the crown, but also to regulate the load. When choosing seedlings, it is advisable to give preference to dwarf or semi-dwarf rootstocks.
