
The best time for pruning fruit trees is at planting and in subsequent years, in early spring before buds break and trees are still dormant. Initial fruit tree pruning is important to help young trees produce thick stems and open canopies where light and air can enter and promote flowering, as well as reduce fungal and bacterial diseases. Most fruit trees don’t need pruning annually once they have been trained. Read on for some tips and techniques on fruit tree pruning. Proper pruning methods and timing are the keys to bountiful crops and healthy trees. Learning when to prune fruit trees will also create an open scaffold that is strong enough to bear all those beautiful fruits without breaking.

Timing and method of fruit tree pruning can enhance the amount and quality of your crop.
