Best Fruit Tree Pruning Tools

Best Fruit Tree Pruning Tools

Author: Susan Poizner, OrchardPeople.com November 27, 2024 Duration: 58:54
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Best Fruit Tree Pruning Tools with Ron Perry. 

Learn about the best fruit tree pruning tools with Ron Perry, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus, Department of Horticulture, Michigan State University (MSU). 


Ron Perry is the co-author of Espalier Fruit Plantings for Northern Gardens: Creating Fruit Trees as Art (Affiliate Link) and he was featured in Episode 80 of this podcast where he spoke about Espalier Fruit Tree Pruning. 


The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  

Read this article on the best pruning tools:
https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-tree-pruning-tools/

More podcasts on Pruning 

Espalier Pruning with Ron Perry:
https://share.transistor.fm/s/38169834 

Pruning and More with Susan Poizner
https://share.transistor.fm/s/14567cd5 

Pruning Fruit Trees with Tom Spellman
https://share.transistor.fm/s/14567cd5


Recommended Fiskars' Pole pruners (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4eNl6uX


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  • (00:00) - Introduction to Pruning Tools
  • (00:58) - Meet the Expert: Ron Perry
  • (01:51) - Types of Pruning Tools
  • (03:52) - Pruning Techniques and Tips
  • (07:07) - Sterilizing Your Pruning Tools
  • (09:24) - Choosing the Right Pruning Tools
  • (10:45) - Pruning Necessities and Exceptions
  • (14:08) - Best Time to Prune Fruit Trees
  • (19:47) - Training and Managing Branches
  • (30:55) - Listener Question and Sponsor Break
  • (31:14) - Pruning Tools and Techniques
  • (32:39) - The Importance of Proper Pruning Cuts
  • (33:31) - Sponsor Messages and Show Introduction
  • (37:53) - Discussion on Pruning Tools
  • (47:14) - Using and Maintaining Pruning Tools
  • (56:55) - Final Thoughts and Show Wrap-Up

Imagine stepping into your own backyard and picking a perfect, sun-warmed apple from a tree you nurtured yourself. That tangible connection to the land and the deep satisfaction of growing your own food is at the heart of Orchard People. Hosted by fruit tree care educator Susan Poizner, this podcast digs into the practical and often surprising world of cultivating fruit trees, whether you have a few pots on a balcony or several acres to explore. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, as Susan and her guests unpack the nuances of pruning for better harvests, managing pests without harsh chemicals, and understanding the life beneath our feet through soil health. You’ll hear from specialists on topics like grafting heirloom varieties, designing resilient food forests, and integrating permaculture principles into any space. It’s more than just tips and tricks; it’s about building confidence and community around sustainable growing. Tune in to this garden-focused podcast for grounded advice that helps both new and experienced growers foster healthier trees and more abundant yields, season after season.
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