Topic · 45 articles
Pruning and training of fruit trees, berry bushes, and grapevines: training systems, timing and cutting techniques, rejuvenating neglected plantings, crop load management, and recovery from damage.
1 min read For students
Apical dominance determines the development intensity of shoots and the canopy shape of a fruit tree. Understanding the mechanisms of hormone distribution and the effect of pruning on buds allows for effective management of branch growth and the formation of productive trees
4 min read For students
Effective pruning and crop load management depend on the biological characteristics of the cultivar. This article provides a classification of apple trees by types of fruiting structures, which will help to avoid mistakes when shaping the canopy and losing fruit
5 min read For students
Any intervention by the gardener disrupts the balance between the roots and the canopy of a fruit tree. In this article, we examine the plant's response to pruning and the external factors determining the nature and direction of branch growth
3 min read For students
Light determines the canopy structure and photosynthetic efficiency of a fruit tree. The article discusses leaf illumination standards and the impact of overcrowding on orchard productivity.
7 min read For agronomists
Pruning is a crucial agrotechnical practice that allows for the regulation of a tree's growth and fruiting. This article covers three main types of pruning, their purposes, and their significance for the health and productivity of your garden
3 min read For agronomists
The quality of pruning determines the speed of wound healing and the harmonious development of the canopy. The article discusses technical parameters of pruning cuts to a bud and key safety rules for working with pruning shears and a grafting knife.
