Extensive pruning is best done over a period of two to three years to lessen shock to the tree, with no more than one-third ...

Plum, cherry, pear and fig trees are all known to be relatively low maintenance due to their disease and pest resistance, as well as their minimal pruning requirements. These trees can also be ...

More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the time to buy, plant, prune and spray ... For instance, if your apple, pear or plum tree has coddling moth ...

Bartlett’ or ‘Conference’ are both great for temperate climates, while ‘Hood’ or ‘Flordahome’ are good options for warmer regions.' You'll need to work out when to prune pear trees ...

The Bartlett pear, a plump, yellow-green beauty with a distinct bell shape, is known for its juicy bite and floral aroma. Originally discovered in 1765 by John Stair in England and known as Stair ...

Jonathan Rowland (left) and Ben Magidson, students from the Leadership class at JM, help with the pruning process Photo Sophie Braccini On the morning of February 13th, volunteers gathered with their ...

Apples and pear trees should be pruned from November to mid-March to encourage fruiting. Pruning will help encourage a good crop by channelling energy into the remaining buds. Aim to create a ...

For all types of trees, including apple, pear, peach, cherry, and plum, there are commonalities that make this task manageable. First, prune away any dead, diseased, or damaged wood. During strong ...

Horticulture experts say late winter is the ideal time to prune many plants in Oklahoma, but homeowners should know when and ...

Since this species flowers in late winter and early spring, it is a good candidate for March pruning. Simply wait for the ...