Most people find the concept of removing multiple leaders and removing poorly attached branches to be pretty easy to understand. The process of visualizing future growth and selecting appropriate ...

Spring pruning of trees should be part of a long-term strategic pruning plan. Tree topping is a quick fix method that can lead to long term problems. Spring-flowering trees and fruit trees have ...

In the past, I have written about how to properly prune trees. To add a little bit of interest, I thought perhaps it would be beneficial to show examples of poor pruning and the reasons why these ...

Orcharding requires effort, but the resulting yields of fresh fruit make it all worthwhile. One of the most important aspects of growing fruit trees is pruning. This applies to large commercial and ...

Pruning is essential for keeping trees healthy, safe, and beautifully shaped. While it may not need to be a regular chore, doing it at the right time is crucial – pruning at the wrong moment can drain ...

Have you heard of Egyptian apple pie? It’s the type mummy used to make. Apples are the most common homegrown fruit in Northern regions. Most apple tree owners know they’re supposed to prune their ...