Nathan Chesebro and the Need to Thin Fruit

Having spent some years studying the art of organic gardening, Nathan Chesebro has also learned the importance of thinning fruit for a higher yielding crop. All fruit crops can benefit from thinning, here is how.

• Trees that are overtaxed with fruit will not produce to their fullest potential when it comes to harvesting size. Trees that are not thinned have no choice but to produce smaller sized fruits, as too many fruits are fighting for a limited number of nutrients. For medium to large size fruits and their associated trees, the gardener should thin them to a least two inches apart for the best size results.
• Fruit trees that are holding too many fruits at once will suffer limb breakage. The weight of too many fruit is too much for many limbs to bare. If those limbs break, the fruit on the limb will go to waste, as will any future harvest from that branch.
• The quality of the fruit grown is far better after a thinning. When the tree is able to focus more nutrients into a select number of fruit, those fruit are sweeter or more flavorful.
• Fruit trees that are dense in nature should most definitively be thinned to promote better air circulation. The more air that is able to circulate in and around the tree, the less likely the gardener is to deal with disease.
• Young trees should be thinned or picked completely to allow the tree to mature properly. Nathan Chesebro enjoys organic gardening and fruit production.

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Nathan Chesebro and Proper Renovation

Homeowners in Maine who are looking to renovate or remodel their home often seek the guidance of contractor Nathan Chesebro. His years of experience in the construction field have earned respect in the community of Bristol and far beyond. Even if he is only consulting with a potential client, there are certain topics which he finds to be important to a positive renovation outcome.

• Choosing to renovate or remodel instead of actually rebuilding a property is often based on financial motivations. While it is understandable that the homeowner may not have the money at hand to completely demolish and rebuild, there are times when that is the only smart course of action. During a renovation or remodel certain aesthetics or systems in the home can be upgraded, but all new windows for example will not detract from the fact that the foundation in falling. It is always a good idea to increase a home's efficiency through higher-grade mechanics, such HVAC systems. However, if there is poor insulation in the home, the new heating system will only leak precious energy to the outdoors.
• There is often a debate between contractors and homeowners as to who should purchase the materials used in the renovation. Homeowners are trying to save as much money as possible. Contractors are attempting to provide a service while keeping to a specific budget. Homeowners often do not realize that contractors receive a far better rate on materials, especially when purchased in bulk. Finding the best deals on materials is one of Nathan Chesebro's skills.

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