Winter pruning help - Ask Extension
We have 16 young-ish fruit trees (mixed) and 8 blueberry bushes. We would like to do some winter pruning. Does the Extension have any experienced fr...
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Winter pruning help #924767
Asked February 18, 2026, 7:26 PM EST
We have 16 young-ish fruit trees (mixed) and 8 blueberry bushes. We would like to do some winter pruning. Does the Extension have any experienced fruit tree pruners that we could hire for a 1-2 hour pruning service where we could participate and ask questions? We would be willing to pay for their time.
Our property is at 3430 Schmitz Road, Chelsea, MI, 48118 (it's about 6 miles SE of Chelsea).
Thank you.
Glen and Melony Tallarek
Washtenaw County Michigan
Expert Response
Unfortunately, MSU Extension does not maintain a list of individuals who prune fruit trees or other ornamentals.
Consider contacting local orchards if they have experienced individuals looking to work for hire. Additionally, the Arboriculture Society has a list of arborists
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/arboristsearch
Consider contacting local orchards if they have experienced individuals looking to work for hire. Additionally, the Arboriculture Society has a list of arborists
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/arboristsearch
