Q: I had to remove 15 persimmons because of sun damage. One thing I have noticed is that some of the new growth from the main branches is aimed downward, so I am hoping to eventually grow the tree ...

Question: We are growing a persimmon tree that is about 12 feet tall with a central shoot. Do we prune back the shoot in the top? Answer: Reduce the height of the central leader about 2 feet to ...

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Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more productive and the fruit will be easier to harvest. This guide explains the ...

Persimmons are ripening now throughout our area. There are two types: Fuyu persimmon fruit are flattened with a rounded bottom. Hachiya persimmons are larger, brighter orange, more heart-shaped, and ...

person with a green globe and shears cutting a branch - VaskePro/Shutterstock Fruit trees are some of the best plants that you can grow in your yard. They're beautiful, offer some much-needed shade in ...

Q. I have a 30-foot Hachiya persimmon tree that is 30-plus years old. The branches are long and the fruit is high in the tree. Now is a messy time of the year with squashed fruit all over the ground ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Liz West Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more ...