We asked experts for their advice on when to prune fruit trees by variety, and when to do so in summer, winter, when trees are established and young.

Fruit trees are a source of beauty, enjoyment and nourishment in the home landscape. Their spring blooms and fall leaves brighten the yard. Their lush green canopies provide shady places to picnic ...

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 ...

Farmers of yesteryear pruned their fruit trees in March, probably because there was no planting and weeding to do. Most orchardists stop pruning when the flowers open in May because working in the ...

Most fruit trees require only maintenance pruning once they are mature. But some, such as peaches and apricots, bear fruit on one-year-old wood and need to be pruned vigorously every year to stay ...

It’s difficult to find someone to prune several kinds of fruit trees. In fruit-producing areas, such skilled workers are easier to find.

Pruning at the wrong time can harm your tree and lead to less fruit, so timing really matters. Avoid pruning when trees are leafing out, during late summer, or in wet conditions to prevent stress ...

Wait a few more weeks to prune fruit trees and other plants where skill is important for the health, appearance or the future crop of fruit. Prune on a mild day when the wood is not frozen.

Answer: Any time from now until fruit trees start to bloom and grow is the best time to prune, although they can be pruned at other times. Most gardeners can prune their own fruit trees following ...

It's important to recognise the differences between types of cherry trees when it comes to pruning. This is our expert-led ...

Worst Time to Prune Fruit Trees One of the worst times to prune any fruit tree is when it first starts to leaf out, as it will bleed sap profusely.