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Pruning a grapvine

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Grapevines need to be pruned and trained to assure plentiful and plump grapes. One method of training and pruning, the umbrella Kniffen system, is described. Techniques for removing dead and basal shoots, selecting the best canes and spurs to retain, and cutting are presented.

Author: Sanchez, Janet H.
Publisher: F & W Publishing Corp.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1995
Grapes

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Sharpening bypass pruning shears

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It is best to disassemble bypass pruning shears when sharpening them. Equipment needed to do the job includes a whetstone, honing oil, locking pliers, razor blade and machine oil. A four step guide covering disassembly, cleaning, sharpening and reassembly is given.

Author: Sanchez, Janet H.
Publisher: F & W Publishing Corp.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1996
Maintenance and repair, Sharpening of tools, Sharpening, Scissors and shears, Scissors

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Summer pruning of dwarf fruit trees

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Pruning back dwarf apple and pear trees during the summer growing season can help fruit ripen, promote air circulation, and lead to a more abundant crop the following year. Four steps are outlined including when and where to cut.

Author: Sanchez, Janet H.
Publisher: F & W Publishing Corp.
Publication Name: Horticulture, The Magazine of American Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0018-5329
Year: 1996
Growth, Dwarf plants, Fruit trees, Dwarf fruit trees

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