How to Prune Trees (PDF)

The objective of pruning is to produce strong, healthy, attractive plants. By understanding how, when and why to prune, and by following a few simple principles, this objective can be achieved.

12 Page(s)

Contents:

• Why Prune
• Pruning Approaches
• Pruning Cuts
• Pruning Practices That Harm Trees
• When to Prune
• Pruning Tools
• Treating wounds

This article is available in PDF format. Click here to download it.

Published by: USDA Forest Service