Q: I had to remove 15 persimmons because of sun damage. One thing I have noticed is that some of the new growth from the main branches is aimed downward, so I am hoping to eventually grow the tree ...

Question: We are growing a persimmon tree that is about 12 feet tall with a central shoot. Do we prune back the shoot in the top? Answer: Reduce the height of the central leader about 2 feet to ...

Gardening season is underway, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very helpful. Q: We have a ...

Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more productive and the fruit will be easier to harvest. This guide explains the ...

If you’ve planted fruit trees such as apple, peach or persimmon in hopes of enjoying the crop, you’ll need to prune them. “Fruit tree pruning can have different goals than pruning typical landscape ...

* Saturday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m.-noon, “Rose Selection, Pruning and Care,” Davis Ace Garden Center, Fourth and G streets * Saturday, Jan. 14, 3-5 p.m., “Planting ...

Find out how to prune fruit trees properly, plus tips for timing your pruning right. Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still ...