Heading C Figure 1. Basic types of pruning cuts: (a) heading cut; (b) headingto laterals; (c) thinning cuts ( - = prun-ing cut).

Prune to let the light and air in to improve fruit color and provide good air circulation around fruit

Growers often neglect the annual training and pruning of fruit trees. Without training and pruning, however, fruit trees will not develop proper shape and form. Properly trained and pruned trees …

Pruning, maintenance techniques, and timing for fruit trees are diferent than for other trees in the landscape. Applying good cultural practices and pruning techniques can help to improve the …

Prune fruit trees when the leaves are off (dormant). It’s easier to see what you are doing and removal of dormant buds (growing points) invigorates the remaining buds. Summer pruning …

Using these principles to prune fruit trees can increase tree longevity and fruit production while reducing maintenance costs as well as help to reduce pest and disease problems on our fruit …

Results in dense, clustered growth at the cut end. Thinning out removes shoots or branches at their base. In general, this is the preferred method of pruning. Creates stronger branch …