Getting the timing wrong is one of the most common mistakes everyone makes when growing fruit trees. Some rush to plant and end up doing it at the wrong time. Others fertilize or water when it does ...

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Prune fruit trees in late winter or during early spring dormancy for faster healing and stronger growth. Prune lightly in summer to shape trees, but avoid fall or early winter cuts that risk cold ...

Gardeners preparing their landscapes for the growing season should pay close attention to proper pruning practices.

When is a good time to prune my fruit trees? Fall is absolutely the worst time for pruning fruit trees. The best time to prune fruit trees is when the trees are dormant, although under certain ...

The cottonwoods in Upper Ranchitos were ringing with the calls of red-winged blackbirds and evening grosbeak as I pulled onto a dirt road crossing the Rio Pueblo this past Saturday ...

Many people believe my job slows down during winter, thinking I have a “break.” In reality, winter can serve as a precursor to what is to come in spring. This is especially true when we start ...

For those who enjoy growing their own produce, this iconic peach tree is an ideal choice that will give you tender fruit and ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an aesthetically ...

On plants where growth is constantly renewed from ground level, the weak, spindly shoots should be removed, as well as some ...