Apple and gooseberry pruning

[southlondongardener]

I was going to do this today but I was not sure what was new growth and what wasn't.

For the apples I guess it is the bit that is greener but for gooseberries how do I know?

[FB.]

Don't know about the gooseberries, but with apples, you should be able to see "knuckles" where two different seasons of growth join. However, some knuckles will be a half-way point in the year, when some trees briefly stop growing and then resume a few weeks later.

[kentvegplot]

You don't need to worry too much about the 'new' growth with the gooseberries - just prune to make sure the bush stays open. Many people don't prune every year, so don't feel you have to.

Have fun (and wear gloves!)

[gojiberry]

Gooseberries only need pruning to keep the cup shape with on open centre.

Ian