Our floss silk tree has done very well and is only 8 years old. What is the best time to prune the tree? How much should be pruned? Can we trim the sides and top of the tree? Is pruning the tree ne… ...

Improve tree health and prevent branches from growing out of control by learning how to prune a tree.

Regular pruning enhances yields and supports the health of a thriving pear tree. Pear trees produce juicy, sweet fruit, which can be enjoyed fresh, canned, or used in a wide array of recipes. To ...

That is why, if you are fortunate enough to grow mango trees, you must know when and how to prune a mango tree. Learning the simple skills for trimming a mango tree keeps any tree healthy and ...

Growing Together: How to prune an apple tree A primary reason for pruning fruit trees is to let more sunlight and air inside the tree. The sunlight prompts more flowers to form lower on the tree ...

We show you how to properly prune a peach tree for great peaches and a healthy tree.

You. With the loppers. Step away from the tree. Because even if it’s still standing, it’s surely had a tough year. From October’s sloppy, snowy smackdown to the slap of this month’s wind ...

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Does that affect how much we can take off the top? We are prepared for no crop for a year or two, but want to make sure the tree survives and looks the way we want at the end of it all.

An important caution is that you should never cut the leader: the top, upwardly pointing branch. This is needed for continuing growth of the tree, and another will not replace it if it's cut.

How and when to prune a mango tree Plus: Master Gardener Laura Simpson explains why spraying aphids with a stream of water will keep them away.

As a general guide, approximately 50% of the tree’s foliage should be on branches on the lower two-thirds of the tree. If you have a significant amount of pruning to do, it may be best to prune ...