Pruning
Publications
2023–2024 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Canopy Management
HS1303/CMG16 by Tripti Vashisth, Mongi Zekri, and Fernando AlferezAugust 16, 20232023–2024 Florida Citrus Production Guide
Chapter 12—Developing a Preventative Pruning Program: Young Trees
EP315/ENH1062 by Edward F. Gilman and Amanda BissonFebruary 21, 2017Trees growing in urban and suburban landscapes offer many benefits to the community. However, when a tree or part of a tree breaks, it can cause extensive damage to people and /or property. A preventive pruning program is an important tool used to help mitigate the risks from tree defects. Preventive pruning helps to promote good structure, making trees more resistant to storms and other natural forces. This fact sheet describes the components of preventative structural pruning, discusses how to determine pruning objectives, the pruning cycle and, lastly, proposes how to implement a preventative pruning plan for young trees in your community.
Chapter 13—Developing a Preventative Pruning Program: Mature Trees
EP316/ENH1063 by Edward F. Gilman and Amanda BissonFebruary 21, 2017
Hand Pruning and Training of Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Trees
HS1372/HS1372 by Jeff Wasielewski, Jonathan H. Crane, and Carlos BalerdiSeptember 8, 2020
Pruning Palms
EP443/ENH1182 by Timothy K. BroschatOctober 16, 2020Perhaps the most fundamental question to answer when discussing palm pruning is what should a healthy, properly pruned palm look like? Consumers must be educated that palms are supposed to have round crowns, not feather-duster crowns.
Pruning Shade Trees in Landscapes: A Plan for Training Shade Trees
EP276/ENH1022 by Edward F. GilmanJune 23, 2016
Pruning Southern Highbush Blueberry in Florida
HS1359/HS1359 by Douglas A. Phillips and Jeffrey G. WilliamsonMarch 9, 2020
Pruning, Harvesting and Maintenance of Florida-Friendly Edible Landscapes
EP622/ENH1358by Rachel Gutner, Tina McIntyre, Tiare Silvasy, Hamutahl Cohen, and Esen MomolAugust 25, 2022Maintaining an edible landscape using the nine Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) principles provides a practical approach to food production in the home environment. Integrating pest management strategies, addressing nutrient deficiencies, proper pruning techniques, timely harvesting, and mulching are all practices that contribute to having a healthy edible landscape. The audience for this new 6-page publication of the UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Department is Floridian homeowners attempting to grow edibles, such as vegetables, fruits and herbs. Written by Rachel Gutner, Tina McIntyre, Tiare Silvasy, Hamutahl Cohen, and Esen Momol.
Summer Pruning in Low-Chill Peaches Grown in Florida
HS1377/HS1377 by Ali Sarkhosh, Dustin Huff, Trequan McGee, and Juanita PopenoeOctober 5, 2020
Training and Pruning Florida Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums
HS365/HS1111 by Ali Sarkhosh and James FergusonSeptember 5, 2018
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4/3/24 Fundamentals of Palms: Principles, Problems, and Potential–In Person in Orange Co.
Hannah WootenMarch 22nd, 2024BEWARE! AFTER THIS CLASS, YOU WILL NEVER LOOK AT PALMS THE SAME AGAIN! Palms are popular plants that represent a slice of Florida paradise! There is a science to growing pretty palms that will thrive in Florida, from wild places to managed spaces. By understanding the fundamentals of how palms grow and employing best management […]
Wait to Prune Cold Injured Landscape Plants
llw5479February 14th, 2024Recent freezes have resulted in many people questioning whether to prune or not to prune cold damaged plants. The short answer is – wait. We’ve just had a run of freezing temperatures. But winter’s not over. Our winter temperatures go back and forth all season – one week it’s winter, the next week we think […]
Winter Pruning Maintenance: Tips for a Healthy Landscape
Michael J. MasucciFebruary 8th, 2024The Importance of Winter Pruning: Welcome to the end months of winter, where the chill in the air signals not only a change in the weather but also a crucial time for winter maintenance in your landscape. One of the key practices for ensuring a healthy and vibrant garden is winter pruning. In this blog […]
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