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Emily Smith

When should you prune apple trees? Garden experts reveal the best timing to achieve a plentiful harvest

Picture of woman pruning apple tree with secateurs .

There's nothing more charming than a great big apple tree standing centre stage in your garden. And whilst they're sturdy growers, knowing how to take care of them properly is the key to an impressive apple harvest.

Fruit trees are one of our favourite elements of the ever-popular farmhouse trend, thanks to their edible offerings and rustic appearance. They do, however, need a certain level of maintenance to grow to their full potential and provide a high-yielding crop of fruit.

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