Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more productive and the fruit will be easier to harvest. This guide explains the ...

The best time to prune most fruit trees is in late winter or early spring, says Boersma, while the tree is still dormant, but ...

You can prune fruit trees too much; if anything, pruning them too little is preferable. Some fruit trees, such as some apple and quince trees bear fruit on their tips, so pruning these back could ...

Pruning your trees in summer can help keep them at a manageable size, says Contra Costa Master Gardener Helen Erickson. There are many advantages to keeping your deciduous fruit trees small.

A well-pruned apple tree in full bloom or loaded with fruit is a feast for the eyes. Now is a good time to work on your trees — though you can prune in any month without damaging your tree ...