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How to prune peach trees for bigger harvests

Take the guesswork out of harvesting with our guide on how to prune a peach tree to yield bigger, better fruit.
Trees benefit from fall trimming more than spring trimming. Trees experience less stress with fall trimming because they are entering dormancy. Spring tree trimming is better if the goal is to ...
If you’ve ever wrestled with an overgrown fruit tree, you know the struggle: branches reaching for the sky, fruit hiding in a tangled mess and those pesky suckers popping up everywhere. But don’t ...
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 ...
Ever looked out at your garden in winter and wondered if you should bother with pruning? It can feel odd to fuss over plants ...
Late fall is an ideal time to prune many trees and shrubs because their branch structure is visible after the leaves have fallen.
With the height of hurricane season here, you should know how to minimize wind damage. Trees and shrubs can grow too large or unbalanced to be able to withstand windstorms so it is wise to learn how ...
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 ...
Pruning certain plants when dormant during the colder months can help reduce stress and create "vigorous and healthy growth" ...
Japanese maples are a stunning addition to any garden, but only if you care for them properly. That includes knowing how to ...