Which Fruit Trees Are Best for Beginners? If you're just starting out with gardening, you might be wondering: Which fruit ...

Winter is the best time to prune most fruit trees, including apples, pears, and plums. Proper pruning improves fruit quality by opening up the canopy, allowing sunlight and air to reach the inner ...

Why should I prune my trees in the winter? After trees lose their leaves in the fall, it's much easier to see and remove problem branches. "When we're pruning in the winter, it's a lot more ...

If you’ve already got a tree or two planted, winter dormancy is the time for some pruning and spraying, two chores that intimidate the uninitiated. February is a good time to accomplish these tasks.

You can increase the yield from backyard fruit trees by regular pruning in the winter dormant season. Be sure to research proper pruning techniques for your tree’s species and cultivar. (Beth Botts) ...

We spoke with arborist Adam Passo, district manager of Southwest Milwaukee's Davey Tree service, about why it's best to prune your trees in the winter and how to go about doing it. Here's what we ...

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 ...

Most apple tree owners know our fruit trees should be pruned. But when we’re standing in front of the tree with pruning shears in hand, knowing how to begin the surgery can feel intimidating.

While it can be alarming to see, the volume of sap lost from pruning will not harm the tree. Maple trees tapped for syrup can provide up to 80 gallons of sap during an ideal season.

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 ...

Prune your apple tree now for fall fruit Ciscoe's tips for this important winter garden chore. #k5evening To stream KING 5 on your phone, you need the KING 5 app.

When pruning an apple tree, make sure you have the right tools—like hand pruners, a hand saw, and a step ladder. Then follow these tips from experts to properly prune your tree. Warning ...