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yardener wrote:
I would compost your chips through the summer (composting slows down in the winter) and use them elsewhere. A note: you always want to make sure your wood is somewhat composted so it doesn't deplete nitrogen during decomposition around your plants.
Also, if you really want to use them on apple trees, find a variety that is resistant to blight.