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Northern peach growers often prefer trees with 5 to 8 branches in case one or more branches are injured by low winter temperatures.

Apr 25, When to Prune Back Peach Trees. The best time to prune a peach tree is in the early spring before the sap begins running. Pruning in the early spring will reduce the chances of pest infestation.

Springtime pruning is also easier since without foliage, the shape of the tree is easier to view. Jul 16, Ideally, you should prune peach trees annually just as the buds swell enough for you to start to see pink. It's better to prune a little late than early.

However, you can remove shoots developing in the center of the tree at any time. They will block sun and air from getting to the treegrind.barted Reading Time: 5 mins. Once the scaffold system of the young peach tree is established, prune as little as possible until the tree becomes mature enough to fruit, usually the third or fourth year. Peaches are produced on wood that grew during the previous season. Do not prune trees from October to January. In the mountains and Piedmont, wait until mid-February to prune.

Timing Peach Pruning. Late spring frost is the most significant factor in Texas peach production, and the grower does not want to prune too early. The peach tree will bloom soon after pruning when chilling is satisfied and warm weather follows. Growers with only a few trees can wait until ‘pink bud’ to prune.

Growers with large crops should not prune earlier than necessary. Pruning in Texas should occur at least by February, just prior to bloom in March. Objectives of Peach Pruning. Dec 14, Pruning During Dormancy The dormant period in late winter is the smartest time to perform extensive pruning.

Besides sparking new growth.