GARDEN
all weak or diseases branches , any branches which grow , vertically , horizontally , or downward , and any which cross one another .
You will also be pruning to keep the tree low . By doing this , you ’ ll encourage the grow of side branches instead of tall branches , making your tree much easier to harvest , prune and care for .
IN THE KITCHEN
Peaches and nectarines are highly versatile . They are delicious eaten straight off the tree , and used to make jams , jellies , and chutneys , baked and fresh desserts . They can be dried , poached , braai ’ d or baked , and used in savoury dishes , such as salads and curries , and even in cooldrinks and cocktails .
The best way to ripen a peach is to leave it in the fruit bowl , but if you want to speed up the process , place it in a pierced paper bag with an apple or a banana . If you want to slow down the ripening , put your peaches in the fridge .
With just a little planning , planting and TLC , you could soon be savouring the sensation of biting into the freshest , most delicious peaches imaginable .
GARDEN ZONE
Visit your local Agrimark Garden Zone for tools , feeds , fertilisers and seasonal plants .
69 MARKtoe ! Mei 2023