Summer pruning of sweet cherry: a way to control sugar content in different organs.
Matej VosnjakDavor MrzlicValentina UsenikPublished in: Journal of the science of food and agriculture (2021)
Summer pruning affects sugar distribution in the tree by altering irradiation conditions within the canopy. Our results suggest that summer pruning is an effective technological measure to improve sugar content in the buds. A strong, well nourished flower bud is a good indication of high fruit production next season. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.