Winter is a good time to prune because the branch structure of trees and shrubs is clearly visible. Winter is certainly not the only time for pruning, but the list of competing garden chores is typically shorter in winter. Here are a few websites to check out before pulling out the pruning saw:
- Washington State University, Mt. Vernon – a primer on pruning fruit trees
- http://www.homeorchardsociety.org/growfruit/trees/how-to-prune-fruit-trees/ – five principles for pruning fruit trees
- Plant Amnesty on pruning hybrid tea roses
- Plant Amnesty on general pruning
- Pacific Northwest chapter, International Society of Arboriculture – why and how to hire an arborist
- Virginia Cooperative Extension – basic pruning shrub guide with illustrations.