Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Liz West Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more ...

Thinning fruit trees in late June or early July ensures you get the best crop and the weight doesn't snap branches - here ...

Timing is everything when it comes to pruning fruit trees. If you do it correctly, you're setting the tree up for strong growth and a better fruit yield. However, pruning at the wrong time can stress ...

Question: I read that I should prune my fruit trees every year. Mine have not been pruned for several years. Could you please explain how and when to prune fruit trees? Answer: Yes, fruit trees should ...

These conditions can be stressful for newly planted fruit trees.

Winter is when I do most of my fruit tree pruning. Why most and not all? In which part of winter? First, let’s answer this foundational question, “Why do we prune fruit trees?” Because it’s unwise to ...

Many people believe my job slows down during winter, thinking I have a “break.” In reality, winter can serve as a precursor to what is to come in spring. This is especially true when we start ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an aesthetically ...

Pruning of stonefruits and other deciduous fruit trees is one of the most misunderstood of all gardening responsibilities. In almost all cases, fruiting trees are pruned quite differently than ...

Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more productive and the fruit will be easier to harvest. This guide explains the ...