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The original was posted on /r/permaculture by /u/oliverhurdel on 2024-09-29 17:51:23+00:00.

I’ve seen people say on a couple older posts here that it’s better (in Permaculture) to prune normal trees (as in “Grow a Little Fruit Tree” by Ann Ralph, which I just ordered) than to use dwarf root stock. Why? Is dwarf root stock weaker or shorter lived? If I can avoid the pruning, I’d rather avoid it (nothing against those who are into pruning). I have a tiny backyard garden that I want to pack as many edible plants into as possible, and I’m planning the trees. If there’s a good reason to avoid dwarf trees, I’d like to know, and I’ll deal with the pruning.