Pruning apple trees has many benefits. It can prevent damaged tree limbs from harming other branches and increase airflow ...

Ask a farmer when you should prune apple trees and you will most likely hear, 'March.' That’s an old tradition. But you can prune anytime. Here's how.

Ahead, seasoned fruit tree growers discuss the best times for pruning fruit trees and provide helpful tips to maximize yield. Meet the Expert David Fried , owner of Elmore Roots Fruit Tree Nursery ...

With some plants, pruning is optional. This is not true of many fruit trees. Not only must you prune them for fruit production, but you also must prune them in just the right way. People often ...

Some common fruit trees, such as apples, peaches and cherries, set the best fruit on two-year-old wood. Some, such as persimmons, bear fruit on both first- and second-year wood.

There’s even one on "Pruning to Restore an Old, Neglected Apple Tree. February is also a good time for using dormant sprays to protect trees against diseases and insect pests.

If left to their own devices, most apple trees grow into large, globe-shaped trees, with the best fruit forming on the tree’s outer perimeter, high above convenient apple-picking height.

When pruning a fruit tree, it’s important to know which branches will be blossoming and producing fruit.Look for fruit spurs on apple and pear branches. These are roughly 3- to 6-inch-long ...

When to Prune Apple Trees. The best time to prune an apple tree is during late winter or early spring after the fruit has been harvested. Apple trees are susceptible to many diseases, ...

Pruning apple trees encourages growth and prevents reduces the risk of disease. Cristian Bortes / EyeEm / Getty Images A thriving apple tree is a wonderful addition to any garden. Not only are ...