Last spring (2023) was tough on apples in some places. Up on top of the ridges, well above 2,000 feet in elevation, things were fine. Up there trees were covered with fruit. But drop down in the ...

CORVALLIS — From newly minted gardeners to avid urban farmers, everyone with a patch of land wants to grow an apple tree. Other fruits — pears, cherries, figs, plums — are desirable, too, but there’s ...

In many regions, winter is prime time to head out into your yard and garden with pruning shears in hand. Bare branches on trees and shrubs make it easier to see the whole shape of the plant. Plus ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Apple tree in garden with chair. If you've already harvested the last of the fruit crop from your trees you might be wondering if ...

Question: In my backyard I have apple, peach and apricot trees. Should I prune these three species the same way or take a different approach for each? Answer: Pruning is an important and necessary ...

There are several different types of pruning, and you can do them at different times of year. However, the best method and timing depend on your goal, as well as the plant species in question. “For ...

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 ...

Although most trees benefit from winter pruning, some benefit from early spring trims in March. Here's what you need to know ...

MERRILL, Wis. (WSAW) - For a century-old family business, 2024 has delivered a unique opportunity for Helene’s Hilltop Orchard. “We have never pruned apple trees without snow in February,” Helene’s ...