Keeping fruit trees looking attractive and cropping well isn’t as tricky as you think, and definitely worth the effort It’s something of a myth that there is less to do in the garden during winter. There’s always plenty to get on with, just fewer daylight hours in which to do them in. And certain things must be done in the middle of winter, when most perennial plants and trees are dormant.One such job is pruning mature fruit trees – apples and pears – so as to maintain their shape as well as keep them healthy and productive. Pruning an established tree can feel like a daunting task but with a few helpful guidelines, you can be cutting confidently in no time. Continue reading…
Source : theguardian.com
Read more…Prune your apples and pears now and you’ll be repaid in bushels come September
