Issue Date
2015-03Keywords
microclimateapple
apricot
cherry
fig
nectarine
peach
Pear
persimmon
plum
pruning
training
fruit thinning
fertilization
irrigation
pest control
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The mid elevations (3,500 to 6,000 feet) in Arizona can be ideal for growing tree fruit. Site selection can make a pronounced effect on how well fruit will grow and produce. The warmer the site the greater the chance of success. Areas where cold air settles are a poor choice for tree fruit production. Variety selection is very important for good fruit production.February and March are the best months to plant bare root trees, although they can be planted anytime during the dormant season. Try to plant 30 days before bud break. Containerized plants are best planted in late September through early October. The open center pruning system allows for more sunlight to reach all the branches of the tree. Whereas the central leader is used with those trees that are less vigorous. Training trees when young is an important step in ensuring a strong scaffold system when bearing. Fruit thinning helps to control fruit size and consistent bearing. Proper fertilization, irrigation, and pest control will promote healthy productive trees.Series/Report no.
University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Service and Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin AZ1162-2015Description
Revised; Originally Published: 20007 pp.
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