Garden Q&A: I want to prune an apple tree in February. Is it too late?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions 
Garden Q&A: I want to prune an apple tree in February. Is it too late?

Apple trees can be pruned throughout their dormant season. File pictures

Tue, 04 Feb, 2025 - 17:30
Peter Dowdall

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Is it too late to prune an overgrown cooking apple tree?

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