Pruning fruit trees is strongly recommended for healthy growth, though not always mandatory. Gardening blends science and experience—here's my reliable method, which you can adapt to your needs.
In February (avoiding frost), I prune apple, quince, pear trees, berries like blackcurrants and currants, and vines.
I wait until after flowering to prune apricots, peaches, and nectarines.
I skip plums, cherries, and walnuts entirely.
Green pruning during active sap flow promotes quick healing.
I target only one-year-old wood, even if older growth lingers.
Ensuring good branch spacing is key.
