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.
2 min read For gardeners
The article examines methods for protecting fruit trees from splitting under the weight of the harvest. Readers will learn about the rules of canopy formation, stationary wire reinforcement methods, and creating reliable living connections through grafting
9 min read For agronomists
Top-grafting onto winter-hardy framework builders allows to increase tree winter hardiness and accelerate the first harvest. The article describes the rules for rootstock preparation, scion selection, and the technique for making quality cuts
7 min read For gardeners
Effective pruning of cherry depends on the biological characteristics of the cultivar. The article reveals the differences in the fruiting patterns of bush-type and tree-type forms and provides recommendations for the proper care of fruit-bearing branches
2 min read For gardeners
The article describes the basics of forming a modified leader canopy of sweet cherry, taking into account the biological characteristics of branching. You will learn how to regulate the length of shoots and perform proper pruning to regularly renew fruit-bearing structures
3 min read For gardeners
Plum trees require proper canopy training from their very first years. This article will help determine optimal pruning methods, taking into account the biological characteristics of different cultivar groups and the nature of their fruiting
4 min read For gardeners
The article describes the development patterns of blackcurrant shoots, the distribution of fruiting zones, and the lifespan of productive branches. The material helps to better understand the principles of canopy formation to obtain a high-quality harvest
