Three years ago, I planted a little orchard of 20 dwarf cider apple trees. This spring I replanted — six of the little trees died last summer. Now I am wondering about my ability to grow apples at all ...

A: I’m sorry to hear your tree is sick.If it’s any consolation, you’re not alone. Many crab apple trees in our region were hit by a disease called apple scab this year. Horticulturist Bob ...