Fruit trees have to put up with a lot, whether it's pests, diseases, or even suckers. The first two are self-explanatory, of course—but what are suckers? These straight, thin branches grow vigorously ...

Suckers are small, thin branches that often appear on the lower portion of a fruit tree. They direct energy away from fruit production, so it's best to cut them back. Use pruning shears to trim the ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...