If you’ve noticed your apple tree has dropped all its fruit this summer, Monty Don wants to reassure you not to panic, and it is simply the result of the drought.

Apple trees are highly regarded as one of the easiest fruit trees to plant for a plentiful harvest , but this year, you may have been left disappointed when your trusty tree has dropped a load of half-ripe apples in your garden.

While this isn’t something to panic about, your tree has likely shed its fruit to conserve water and energy during this summer’s drought conditions. So, I spoke to garden experts about how to support your fruit tree right now, plus what to do with dropped…

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