For consistent production of large, well-colored, blemish-free fruit, pruning is nearly as important as controlling pests on your trees. Pruning can also make it easier for you to reach and harvest ...

As you bask in the warmth of the home hearth, look back on the gardening season and consider what you might want to do come spring. Got a question? Get answers from Ask an Expert, an online ...

I received an email inquiring about pruning practices and immediately began to ruminate on the possibility of a connection between the act of pruning and the fruit known as a prune. It turns out there ...

A healthy fruit tree is a magical thing. Besides providing a wealth of delicious food, a thriving tree creates shade and beauty and increases biodiversity in your yard. To keep fruit trees healthy and ...

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 ...

All fruit trees, including apple, pear, and plum, should be pruned in the spring as they can be sensitive and don't like to ...

Prune now for healthier growth, better structure and bigger harvests later in the season ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. - The first of the year is an ideal time to learn more about pruning, for pruning time is right around the corner. The Oregon State University Extension Service has a guide, online or ...

A bright January day can offer an ideal chance for a spot of pruning. Provided there is no frost or snow around, there are fruit trees that can benefit from trimming this month, but not all. Certain ...