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James Grieve Apple tree

Owner: Janet

Location:  Carnoustie, ANGUS, United Kingdom

Age:Planted in about
Soil:sandy 
Climate at this location:sunny dry with cold winters
Pruning:yes
Tree form:Half-standard
Height:Up to 6ft / 2m
Cropping:Heavy crops
Growth:This tree grows easily here
Herbicides:Organic treatments
Pesticides:Organic treatments
Local pests:aphids ants snails

Owner's comments

This tree was in the garden when we moved in 2006. It is probably at least 30 years old and suffers badly from canker.