Proper training and pruning are essential for the development of productive fruit trees. Wait two to three days after the temperature is above 10☏ to resume pruning. To avoid injury if the extended weather forecast is calling for temperatures below 0☏, stop pruning the trees for three to four days before the cold spell. Avoid pruning early in the winter because this may cause severe winter injury to the trees. The ideal time to prune most fruit trees is anytime between February and April. It is important to prune your fruit trees at the right time to avoid the risk of damage to the crop. Pruning is one of the most important cultural practices in growing apples and other fruit crops. Article by Geoffrey Njue , former SDSU Extension Specialty Crops Field Specialist.įebruary is a good time to start pruning your fruit crops.
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