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July 18, 2016

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Summer Pruning a Bramley Apple Tree

This Bramley Apple Tree I planted last year needed pruning. The tree was leaning to one side and when the apples grew it leaned further and further... Bramley apple tree before pruning. Bramley apple tree after pruning. As a rule, you can prune out 1/2 of this year's growth, but Bramleys are different, as they often fruit from the tips of the branches. (See Peter Hayes' Video Guide, Part One, below.) Don't prune off every tip or you will get fewer apples next year! We put in a larger stake, reinforcing it to support the tree better. I reduced the apples by a third, to prevent the weight snapping off the young branches. The apples will ripen in October and should grow much bigger. See Sue Beesley's video: How to Fit a Tree Tie if you haven't done this before. Our remaining apples have already benefited from more light and are turning rosy red! In Autumn, it will be time to harvest the fruit and prune agai...

Eves Pudding: A New Twist on an Old Favourite!

Apple and Raspberry Eves Pudding is a favourite in our house. Ingredients ( Serves 4-6 people) 100g or 4oz Self raising flour 100g or 4oz butter or margarine 100g or 4oz sugar 2 eggs 675g or 1.5lb apples (substitute 150g or 5oz raspberries for the raspberry and apple version) 1 or 2 tbsp sugar to sweeten Method Turn oven to 180C, Gas Mark 4 or 350F. Peel and slice the apples thinly and arrange them in the bottom of a greased, shallow, ovenproof dish (mine holds 1.25 Litres). Sprinkle sugar on top and set aside. For the sponge: cream the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, with 1tbsp of flour to prevent the mixture curdling. Fold in the rest of the flour and mix gently. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brow on top. Test the middle is cooked,by inserting a skewer and it should come out clean. I often have to cook mine a little longer, so do check. Serve with custard, cream or ice cream ...

Best Honey Boat Delicata Squash Recipes!

I grew Honey Boat Delicata Squash from Rob Smith's Heritage Range. Find out more about growing them in Plant Review: Honey Boat Squash by Weeding the Web. These are small squash with a nutty flavour - great for roasting, stuffing and chipping... Parmesan Roasted Squash is one to try. They also make delicious soup: Delicata Creamy Squash Soup Recipe Links Parmesan Roasted Squash by Allrecipes.com. Honey boat Delicata Squash - Salad, pizza and roasting recipes - Lopez Island Kitchen Gardens. Delicata Stuffed Boats! by Hungry Hobby. Kale and Sausage Stuffed Delicata Squash by Mountain Mama Cooks. Delicata Creamy Squash Soup by Allrecipes.com. Best 11 Delicata Squash Recipes - CountryLiving.com These are definitely on my list to grow again next year :)

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