As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, apple trees enter winter dormancy. Growth stops, the leaves fall, and the buds become dormant. This dormant period — typically from November to March in ...

February is a good month to prune deciduous trees in many climates. As they are dormant, they suffer less stress from pruning, and there are fewer pests and diseases around at this time of year.

Before you reach for the pruners, know which plants welcome a fall trim – and which cuts could do more harm than good.

As you start to think of Spring time weather, you may begin looking around the yard making a to-do list to accomplish. One of those looming tasks may be finally “attacking” that old apple tree. Late ...

Q: How do I prune my apple tree? A: Apple trees do best when the branches are spaced, balanced and free from damage. The most effective method for healthy apple trees is following central leader ...

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Fall pruning can lead to winter damage for some plants.

Before you reach for the pruners, know which plants welcome a fall trim – and which cuts could do more harm than good.