Kay Easton wrote:

In article , Spider
writes
Hi John,
Apple trees are usually pruned in winter. If you prune now, you will be
pruning out flowering buds (this year's fruit).

Erm ... It's February 17th. What is the difference between February 17th
and winter?

Well, the birds, frogs and plants seem to think it's already Spring.
--
Nick Wagg