Pruning these trees in April can cause fatal damage to them.

Published Apr 12, 2026

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Due to the unpredictable early spring weather, work in many gardens has been delayed, but it is still not too late to catch up on pruning at the beginning of April. Although the time for drastic formative pruning has already passed, fine-tuning of fruit trees, vines, roses, and shrubs can still be carried out. At this time, we can remove parts damaged by frost and disease. In fact, for certain species, this is precisely the most ideal timing.

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