Some of the leading horticultural experts from Gurney's Seed & Nursery share some examples of how to prune a larger tree. In this video, Felix from Gurney's shares how to prune a mature apple tree. The apple tree in this example is in its third-year of growth. The idea is to encourage a central leader. With apple and pear trees, you'll want a central leader branch to encourage new growth and fruit development. Browse all Gardening How-To Videos