Ask a farmer when you should prune an apple tree and you will most likely hear “March.” That’s an old tradition — not because it is the only time to prune. You can prune anytime.

Knowing how and when to prune apple trees will help you harvest more fruit. Plus, regular pruning produces sweeter, more ...

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I asked an experienced arborist the other day what he thought about pruning apple trees in the fall. His answer was the same as mine: “Prune when you have time and the pruners in your hand.” ...

The best time to prune an apple tree is during late winter or early spring after the fruit has been harvested. Apple trees are susceptible to many diseases, ...

When the tree is dormant, pruning doesn't stimulate growth and prune wounds heal quicker. Once leaf and flower buds start to expand in spring, pruning is discouraged. This also goes for fruit trees.

January through March is generally the best time to prune a crape myrtle, ... Pruning in the fall can also cause the tree to send out new growth at the wrong time of the year. 4.

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Q: I need to prune an arborvitae hedge because it is too tall. I’d like to remove 3 or 4 feet off the top of these shrubs. When is the best time to prune them?

By far the most common reason for some hydrangeas to not flower is pruning at the wrong time of year. Here's what else to know and how to fix it. $3,500 iPhone possible?

Ask a farmer when you should prune an apple tree and you will most likely hear “March.” That’s an old tradition — not because it is the only time to prune. You can prune anytime. March is ...