The profusion of tangled branches on an unpruned apple tree can look confusing to a beginner. Get started by making six basic ...

The good thing about this method is that thinning small apples will allow the tree to direct more of its energy to the remaining apples, ensuring a good harvest. Major pruning of your apple tree ...

When pruning it's essential to keep your secateurs sharp. Blunt tools can cause branches to tear, leading to wounds on the tree that will attract disease. It's also important to have a pruning saw ...

UMaine Extension Tree Fruit Specialist Renae Moran will describe apple tree anatomy and demonstrate pruning techniques that preserve tree health and encourage fruitfulness in the years ahead.

Remember to feed your tree after pruning to encourage plenty of new young growth. Most standard conifers develop without the need for pruning, but you may need to prune out any damaged or ...

Apple trees aren’t easy to grow because they need consistent care, including precisely timed spraying and pruning, to ...