When producing cherries on productive rootstocks, orchardists must focus on reducing crop load and increasing vigor. This publication discusses how to use thinning cuts, stub cuts, and heading cuts to achieve these objectives. Includes step-by-step illustrated instructions.
What a pleasure it is to bite into a crisp, sweet apple you grew yourself. But when you start adding up the labor and expenses involved in growing your own fruit, the prospect can become less appetizing.