Peach trees are generally considered easy to grow—but that doesn't mean you can skip pruning. Pruning is an essential step in ...

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 ...

Unfortunately, for many folks pruning crape myrtle is often synonymous with topping the tree. If pruned properly, crape myrtles can grow into an attractive tree with summer blooms. Most arborists ...

Note: Do not prune more than 20% of your tree in a single year. This could put it into shock. If you over prune, your tree will dedicate its energy to growing new leaves instead of fruit.

If needed, extensive pruning should be done to spring-flowering trees and shrubs soon after they finish flowering. Prune summer-flowering trees and shrubs in mid- to late-winter. Remove dead growth ...

By Amy-Lynn Albertson N.C. Cooperative Extension Many people believe my job slows down during winter, thinking I have a “break.” In reality, winter can serve as a precursor to what is to come in ...

Fortunately, pruning a peach tree is relatively straightforward ... leftover stubs won't heal properly and can attract pests. Instead, use sharp tools and make sure cleaner cuts closer to the ...