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Getting Fruit Trees Ready for Winter

There are only a few things you need to do to get your fruit trees ready for winter, but fall is also a great time to prepare the trees for next spring. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison says you should not prune or fertilize fruit trees in the fall. There is not any spray you need in the fall, but in the winter, there will be some dormant sprays you should use. Fall is a great time to check and adjust your pH.

Sanitation is important for the fall. Clean up under the trees, rake up the leaves, and remove any mummified fruit. Also remove any dead branches. Do not prune living branches in the fall.

Related Videos:
Fall Fruit Tree Care
Fall and Winter Fruit Tree Care

Related Resources:
Home Tree Fruit Plan
Fruit Tree Management Timetable
Disease and Insect Control in Home Fruit Plantings
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