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Pruning Fruit Trees 2026 Warm Winter #924585
Asked February 14, 2026, 10:57 AM EST
Deschutes County Oregon
Expert Response
Hi Paul,
Waiting until early to mid-March is our recommendation for this region. Pruning can stimulate the trees to push out a flush of new growth which then can be subject to cold injury.
Here is a link for more information on tree and shrub pruning for central Oregon: Pruning Basics for Trees and Shrubs - YouTube
Let me know if you have further questions!
Lisa
Lisa Cowan
Outreach Program Coordinator – Community Horticulture Program
Oregon State University
OSU Extension Service – Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson Counties
3800 SW Airport Way, Bldg #4
Redmond, OR 97756
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