Pruning apple trees encourages growth and prevents reduces the risk of disease. Cristian Bortes / EyeEm / Getty Images A thriving apple tree is a wonderful addition to any garden. Not only are apple ...

This past week I was at the pool and one of my friends told me about how he was going to invite a number of his friends to come over and begin pruning some of his orchard. Pruning, getting up and down ...

Have you heard of Egyptian apple pie? It’s the type mummy used to make. Apples are the most common homegrown fruit in Northern regions. Most apple tree owners know they’re supposed to prune their ...

Question: In my backyard I have apple, peach and apricot trees. Should I prune these three species the same way or take a different approach for each? Answer: Pruning is an important and necessary ...

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. Then once the basic ...

In February, you can already spot the first signs of the approaching spring. Delicate buds form on branches, and some early ...

Pruning is a science, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. There are some pruning guidelines that act as a starting point that make pruning a bit easier. Choosing the correct tools for the job will ...

Apples require regular maintenance and pest management to produce quality fruit. Now is the time for two maintenance activities: pruning and dormant oil application. Here’s an overview of what can be ...

Winter is the perfect time for certain trees, but timing is crucial. Pruning at the right moment can keep your trees disease-free and your orchard thriving.

Special to the Herald - University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension’s Dunn and Chippewa County offices will co-sponsor an apple pruning workshop from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 22. The ...

Prune apple trees in late winter or early spring to prevent disease and help healing. Limit pruning to 25 percent of the tree to avoid too many new branches and less fruit. Remove broken, crossing, or ...