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Horticulture experts say late winter is the ideal time to prune many plants in Oklahoma, but homeowners should know when and how to prune to avoid damaging their landscaping.

Horticulture experts say late winter is the ideal time to prune many plants in Oklahoma, but homeowners should know when and how to prune to avoid damaging their landscaping.

A. Prune fruit trees and roses at the first sign of swelling in the growth buds. I prune the apple trees lightly at this time, to avoid water sprout (suckering) growth.