Well now, that is up for interpretation. The answer depends on your specific goals. For example, let’s say that you have a small, burgeoning apple tree and you want it to grow quickly and produce a better quality harvest. In that particular case, late winter pruning is a great idea because winter pruning spurs vigorous growth.
However, what if you have a cherry tree that is already too large to harvest? In that case, you might opt for summer pruning. When you prune your fruit tree during the summer you can reduce its size by cutting off some of its branches without encouraging vigorous growth. Stick to a restricted percentage of pruning each year!
All of this requires expertise. If you have fruit trees on your property, please consider contacting us. We are aptly named The Tree Professionals…Northern Nevada’s tree pruning professionals. We know the right time to prune your trees. If you live in the Reno area contact us for removal, pruning, and trimming of trees, shrubs, and hedges at (775) 420-8694.