Prune apple trees to boost return Yes, it’s true, apples grew just fine before humans decided that hacking-off branches was a good idea. But fine is a relative term.

News APPLE OF YOUR EYE How to prune apple trees explained Siobhan Middleton Published: 14:20, 10 Feb 2022 Updated: 13:08, 8 Sep 2023 ...

Apple trees are susceptible to many diseases, and because pruning involves leaving open wounds from branch cuts, it's best to do so when the trees are dormant, says Ferguson.

Here's five basic cuts to make when pruning apple trees: 1) Cut off all dead twigs and branches. The spot where they attach to the tree provides an entry point for disease and other pests. Once a ...

When pruning a fruit tree, it’s important to know which branches will be blossoming and producing fruit. Look for fruit spurs on apple and pear branches. These are roughly 3- to 6-inch-long ...

Pruning for fruit production: If your apple tree is established and you want to encourage fruit production, consider spurring. Cut back lateral branches to just above a bud with an angled, slanted ...

Pruning for fruit production: If your apple tree is established and you want to encourage fruit production, consider spurring. Cut back lateral branches to just above a bud with an angled, slanted ...

Prune apple trees to keep aphids at bay Helen Chesnut Published Jul 05, 2018 • Last updated Jul 05, 2018 • 1 minute read Join the conversation ...

Apples are the most common homegrown fruit in Northern regions. Most apple tree owners know they’re supposed to prune their trees, but it’s not always clear how to do it.

News APPLE OF YOUR EYE How to prune apple trees explained Siobhan Middleton Published: 14:20, 10 Feb 2022 Updated: 13:05, 8 Sep 2023 ...