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Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

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An in-depth guide to pruning a loquat tree to keep it controlled, healthy, and fruiting. Including expert advice for when and how to prune a loquat tree.