The field crew finished pruning the blueberries. The best time to prune is in late winter to early spring before new growth. Pruning Blueberries is important to maximize yields and quality throughout the life of the planting. Pruning should be done every year, beginning at the time plants are set. Early years, the object of pruning is to promote growth. Once plants are … [Read more...] about Blueberry Pruning
The Pruning Workshop was held Saturday March 17. Randy, Jeremy and Susanne led the demonstrations for the 35 individuals that braved the cold and windy day to learn about pruning fruit trees and small fruits. … [Read more...] about Pruning Workshop
Apple tree pruning began on December 5 through February 8. The Apples are trained to a central leader. Peach tree pruning began on February 27 and still continues. The Peaches are trained to an open center . … [Read more...] about Fruit Tree Pruning
The field crew began pruning the pear trees today. The pear trees are pruned to a central leader or multi-leader if needed. … [Read more...] about Pear Pruning
A tree fruit pruning workshop was held at the Fruit Station on Saturday March 18th. Those in attendance received instructions on proper pruning and tool safety as well as some hands on pruning in the demonstration garden in the field. Dr. Martin Kaps, Susanne Howard, Jeremy Emery, Randy Stout and Sheila Long were on hand to demonstrate and assist. … [Read more...] about Tree Fruit Pruning Workshop