In this step-by-step guide, I’ll take you through a simple, plant-positive approach to pruning that should leave your trees in great shape. - Lopper. A two-handled cutting tool, designed especially ...

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 ...

Participants will learn basic tree anatomy and how it relates to proper tree structure, weight management and fruitwood ...

Pruning is both a science and an art. It may seem challenging, but there are plenty of resources to help you do a good job. Here are some highlights to get you started. Trees and shrubs benefit from ...

As a rule, trees in North Florida can be pruned any time of year. However, the winter months seem to bring out the pruning bug in many folks. Winter can be an easier time to prune as many trees have ...

Question: Can I reduce the height of my apple trees so all the fruit is within reach without a ladder? Is this a good time to prune apple and other fruit trees? Answer: Fruit trees can be pruned any ...

Do yourself and your shrubs some good by getting outside to prune them in midwinter. “This time of year, when shrubs and small trees are dormant, is an easy time to prune them,” said Sharon Yiesla, ...

Question: My neighbor had a large tree topped by about half because of concern about it damaging her house in a storm. Do you think I should have my trees topped too? Answer: Large trees growing near ...

Dwarf apple trees are a great option for those who want to grow fruit but have a small yard. They have certain care needs to ...

Question: We are growing a persimmon tree that is about 12 feet tall with a central shoot. Do we prune back the shoot in the top? Answer: Reduce the height of the central leader about 2 feet to ...