Peach trees are generally considered easy to grow—but that doesn't mean you can skip pruning. Pruning is an essential step in ensuring that your tree produces as much quality fruit as possible and can ...

Pruning a fig tree annually is the gardener's secret to maintaining a happy and healthy tree. It promotes fruit production ...

When to prune an orange tree will vary depending on your US hardiness zone. The perfect time can be between February and ...

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 ...

Identifying a dominant leader and cutting away any competing leaders when a tree is young will allow it to grow more robustly and live longer, said a local certified arborist.

From pruning and spraying to cutting back and attacking slugs, February is full of important chores for the attentive gardener.

There are two categories to consider when choosing a new tree: its growth habits, and your purpose in planting it.

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?

The dormant season is the perfect time to plant fruit and nut trees in East Texas. With the cooler temperatures, planting now allows trees to develop strong roots before spring growth begins.

If you are in a frost-prone area, take steps to protect your trees when nighttime temperatures are predicted to fall below ...

The tree will get very large unless you get a specialist to graft a piece of wood from it onto a rootstock (see above). The easiest solution is to find out which variety the fruit is and buy a ...