The apples are ready on our three apple trees. The biggest is a mature “Macintosh”, which has a bumper crop this year. The branches are loaded and touching the ground, so picking needs to be done soon. There is a young “King” tree bearing for the first time this year. We also have a maturing “Honeycrisp” that has borne fruit for a couple of years, but this year it is loaded with fruit that is larger than your hand. Orchards are truly a test of a gardener’s patience. But, the fruit is so delicious that the wait and the work is totally worth it.
WOW!! What a blessing and heard you had a fun visit with the birthday boy & the rest of the family. How wonderful to have them with you & heard some apple cider was made. Fall harvest time is the best and this weather is glorious!