Pruning fruit trees in August can feel counterintuitive. You might think you need to leave your apple and pear trees well ...

When pruning an apple tree, make sure you have the right tools—like hand pruners, a hand saw, and a step ladder. Then follow these tips from experts to properly prune your tree.

Most apple tree owners know our fruit trees should be pruned. But when we’re standing in front of the tree with pruning shears in hand, knowing how to begin the surgery can feel intimidating.

Pruning an apple tree can seem like a daunting task if you have never done it before. Like most other skills, you start out slowly learning the basics to help build confidence.

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.

Gardeners who have such a tree are often at a loss as to how to get it back in shape. Ward Upham, Horticulture Specialist with Kansas State University, provides these recommendations for pruning your ...

Proper pruning is one of the steps necessary for a bountiful harvest. The ideal time to prune fruit trees is mid-February through March, as long as the wood isn’t frozen.

Evening Prune your apple tree now for fall fruit Ciscoe's tips for this important winter garden chore. #k5evening Author: Anne Erickson, KING 5 Evening (KING 5) Published: 7:30 PM PST January 24, 2023 ...

For apple scab, do one spray now while the tree is dormant and the tips of the buds are green. Spray again later in winter when bud tips are pink, but before blossoms open.

I will say this: any pruning on an apple tree is better than no pruning. So, if you only have time to get out and make a few cuts, your tree will appreciate it.