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Apple tree care #930654

Asked May 05, 2026, 9:32 AM EDT

Hi we have a few apple trees on our tree we inherited when we bout the property. They are anywhere from 5-10 years old I'm guessing. They're not really fruiting but they do have buds. How do we prune and care for them? Is it too late in the season to prune them?

Hillsborough County New Hampshire

Expert Response

Hello Heather,

Thank you for reaching out to the UNH Extension Infoline.  The following fact sheet may help: Growing Fruits: Care of Mature Backyard Apple Trees

The following UNH website discusses pruning apple trees although that should be done in March or April : It's Pruning Season

This site discusses diseases and insects to be aware of: Home Fruit Spray Schedule

I hope this information is helpful! Please feel free to reach out with any further questions!

Thank you for contacting the Infoline, a service of the UNH Cooperative Extension. Replied May 05, 2026, 11:25 AM EDT

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